BC Association of Social Workers
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BC Assoc. of Social Workers is a voluntary, not-for-profit membership association. We support & promote the social work profession.
At the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month – we will remember them.
November 11, 2025 at 3:38 PM
At the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month – we will remember them.
Perspectives is the newsmagazine of the BC Association of Social Workers. We welcome submissions until November 30th of articles, poems, art, and more to review for publication. See our website for more details.
www.bcasw.org/publications...
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November 10, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Perspectives is the newsmagazine of the BC Association of Social Workers. We welcome submissions until November 30th of articles, poems, art, and more to review for publication. See our website for more details.
www.bcasw.org/publications...
www.bcasw.org/publications...
This Indigenous Veterans Day, we express our gratitude for the contributions Indigenous veterans have made to Canada and the world.
November 8, 2025 at 9:53 PM
This Indigenous Veterans Day, we express our gratitude for the contributions Indigenous veterans have made to Canada and the world.
The BC Association of Social Workers stands with the large majority of Members of BC’s Legislative Assembly who opposed a bill that would prohibit publicly funded employees in schools and other public bodies from making Indigenous land acknowledgements.
November 1, 2025 at 8:51 PM
The BC Association of Social Workers stands with the large majority of Members of BC’s Legislative Assembly who opposed a bill that would prohibit publicly funded employees in schools and other public bodies from making Indigenous land acknowledgements.
What options are there for adults to plan for their support needs and to provide others with legal authority to help them, whether they need support now or in the future? Learn about the legal planning options available in BC.
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October 27, 2025 at 10:27 PM
What options are there for adults to plan for their support needs and to provide others with legal authority to help them, whether they need support now or in the future? Learn about the legal planning options available in BC.
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www.eventbrite.ca/e/introducti...
Congratulations to BC's Allied Health Policy Secretariat for joining the Global Allied Health Leaders Network. Health systems must pivot toward prevention. Social workers are central to this shift.
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October 23, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Congratulations to BC's Allied Health Policy Secretariat for joining the Global Allied Health Leaders Network. Health systems must pivot toward prevention. Social workers are central to this shift.
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According to Statistics Canada, 147,570 children—one in six in BC are poor. That’s 16.7% of all BC children living in low-income households and the numbers are rising. Tell SDPR Minister Sheila Malcolmson to act now. SDPR.minister@gov.bc.ca
October 18, 2025 at 3:21 AM
According to Statistics Canada, 147,570 children—one in six in BC are poor. That’s 16.7% of all BC children living in low-income households and the numbers are rising. Tell SDPR Minister Sheila Malcolmson to act now. SDPR.minister@gov.bc.ca
BC Homelessness Action Week is proclaimed as October 11–18, 2025. Social workers are dedicated to raising awareness and facilitating action to address homelessness by promoting policy changes, connecting people with resources, and encouraging social inclusion.
October 13, 2025 at 5:08 AM
BC Homelessness Action Week is proclaimed as October 11–18, 2025. Social workers are dedicated to raising awareness and facilitating action to address homelessness by promoting policy changes, connecting people with resources, and encouraging social inclusion.
This workshop, by Thompson Rivers University's Rebecca Sanford, explores ethical considerations pertinent to social work practice with people who experience or live with suicidal thoughts & behaviours, including suicide attempts & acute & chronic suicidal ideation. www.eventbrite.ca/e/responding...
October 7, 2025 at 9:35 PM
This workshop, by Thompson Rivers University's Rebecca Sanford, explores ethical considerations pertinent to social work practice with people who experience or live with suicidal thoughts & behaviours, including suicide attempts & acute & chronic suicidal ideation. www.eventbrite.ca/e/responding...
Social workers recognize the ongoing harms of residential schools, missing children, and colonization and commit ourselves to continue our walk toward Truth and Reconciliation.
September 29, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Social workers recognize the ongoing harms of residential schools, missing children, and colonization and commit ourselves to continue our walk toward Truth and Reconciliation.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - Tues, Sep 30, 2025
This workshop provides an opportunity to deepen our understanding and appreciation of Indigenous culture, worldview, and history.
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This workshop provides an opportunity to deepen our understanding and appreciation of Indigenous culture, worldview, and history.
www.eventbrite.ca/e/working-to...
September 25, 2025 at 4:14 PM
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - Tues, Sep 30, 2025
This workshop provides an opportunity to deepen our understanding and appreciation of Indigenous culture, worldview, and history.
www.eventbrite.ca/e/working-to...
This workshop provides an opportunity to deepen our understanding and appreciation of Indigenous culture, worldview, and history.
www.eventbrite.ca/e/working-to...
We’re excited to welcome Chelsea Minhas, MSW, RSW as the new Exec Dir of the BCASW! 🎉
A purpose-driven leader, TEDx Speaker, and YWCA Woman of Distinction, Chelsea brings 18+ years of expertise and passion for advocacy, social policy, and sustainable community impact. 💙 #Leadership #SocialWork
A purpose-driven leader, TEDx Speaker, and YWCA Woman of Distinction, Chelsea brings 18+ years of expertise and passion for advocacy, social policy, and sustainable community impact. 💙 #Leadership #SocialWork
September 24, 2025 at 5:02 PM
We’re excited to welcome Chelsea Minhas, MSW, RSW as the new Exec Dir of the BCASW! 🎉
A purpose-driven leader, TEDx Speaker, and YWCA Woman of Distinction, Chelsea brings 18+ years of expertise and passion for advocacy, social policy, and sustainable community impact. 💙 #Leadership #SocialWork
A purpose-driven leader, TEDx Speaker, and YWCA Woman of Distinction, Chelsea brings 18+ years of expertise and passion for advocacy, social policy, and sustainable community impact. 💙 #Leadership #SocialWork
After nearly 15 years with the organization, we bid farewell to Dianne Health, our long-time Executive Director, this past weekend.
The BCASW extends its thanks to everyone who was able to attend. We wish you all the best in retirement, Dianne!
The BCASW extends its thanks to everyone who was able to attend. We wish you all the best in retirement, Dianne!
September 23, 2025 at 3:13 AM
After nearly 15 years with the organization, we bid farewell to Dianne Health, our long-time Executive Director, this past weekend.
The BCASW extends its thanks to everyone who was able to attend. We wish you all the best in retirement, Dianne!
The BCASW extends its thanks to everyone who was able to attend. We wish you all the best in retirement, Dianne!
What is moral injury and how does it occur? @UNBC’s Lisa Kyle discusses her research with Canadian jurors and what this means for social workers' selfcare. www.eventbrite.ca/e/moral-inju...
September 19, 2025 at 4:10 PM
What is moral injury and how does it occur? @UNBC’s Lisa Kyle discusses her research with Canadian jurors and what this means for social workers' selfcare. www.eventbrite.ca/e/moral-inju...
This reflective and engaging event will enhance professional practice through an exploration of racial identity and what it means to be (and to support) social workers who are people of colour.
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September 6, 2025 at 3:29 AM
This reflective and engaging event will enhance professional practice through an exploration of racial identity and what it means to be (and to support) social workers who are people of colour.
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www.eventbrite.ca/e/racialized...
Amazing! A successful legal challenge by descendants of people who renounced their status under the law. Good news.
"In those days, if you were Indian, you could not vote, you could not own certain forms of property, your kids had to go to residential school," lawyer Ryan Beaton said.
#CBC
"In those days, if you were Indian, you could not vote, you could not own certain forms of property, your kids had to go to residential school," lawyer Ryan Beaton said.
#CBC
August 22, 2025 at 12:22 AM
Amazing! A successful legal challenge by descendants of people who renounced their status under the law. Good news.
"In those days, if you were Indian, you could not vote, you could not own certain forms of property, your kids had to go to residential school," lawyer Ryan Beaton said.
#CBC
"In those days, if you were Indian, you could not vote, you could not own certain forms of property, your kids had to go to residential school," lawyer Ryan Beaton said.
#CBC
On March 24, 2021, the House of Commons voted unanimously to officially designate August 1 Emancipation Day. It marks the actual day in 1834 that the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 came into effect. Emancipation Day celebrates the strength and perseverance of Black communities in Canada.
August 2, 2025 at 12:04 AM
On March 24, 2021, the House of Commons voted unanimously to officially designate August 1 Emancipation Day. It marks the actual day in 1834 that the Slavery Abolition Act of 1833 came into effect. Emancipation Day celebrates the strength and perseverance of Black communities in Canada.
This reflective webinar will enhance professional practice through an exploration of racial identity and what it means to be social workers who are people of colour. Using our research as a guide, we will examine ethics and include reflective discussion questions.
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July 31, 2025 at 5:28 PM
This reflective webinar will enhance professional practice through an exploration of racial identity and what it means to be social workers who are people of colour. Using our research as a guide, we will examine ethics and include reflective discussion questions.
www.eventbrite.ca/e/racialized...
www.eventbrite.ca/e/racialized...
This event will discuss what moral injury is and how it might occur. UNBC social work professor Lisa Kyle will discuss her doctoral research with Canadian jurors and their experiences.
www.eventbrite.ca/e/moral-inju...
www.eventbrite.ca/e/moral-inju...
July 31, 2025 at 5:28 PM
This event will discuss what moral injury is and how it might occur. UNBC social work professor Lisa Kyle will discuss her doctoral research with Canadian jurors and their experiences.
www.eventbrite.ca/e/moral-inju...
www.eventbrite.ca/e/moral-inju...
Nominate a registered social worker for the 2025 Inspiring Social Worker of the Year Award before July 16th. More info - www.bcasw.org/benefits-of-...
June 23, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Nominate a registered social worker for the 2025 Inspiring Social Worker of the Year Award before July 16th. More info - www.bcasw.org/benefits-of-...
Learn how your existing counselling skills can be applied to working with survivors of sexual violence from an anti-oppressive perspective. Shay has a private practice where they work primarily with survivors of sexual violence.
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June 19, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Learn how your existing counselling skills can be applied to working with survivors of sexual violence from an anti-oppressive perspective. Shay has a private practice where they work primarily with survivors of sexual violence.
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www.eventbrite.ca/e/counsellin...
A day to continue our reflection on and celebration of the unique heritage, traditions, and knowledge of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.
June 19, 2025 at 12:10 AM
A day to continue our reflection on and celebration of the unique heritage, traditions, and knowledge of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.
Happy Eid al-Adha!
A time to celebrate community, compassion, and a shared humanity. A time for our faith to be stronger than our fears and our actions louder than our words.
A time to celebrate community, compassion, and a shared humanity. A time for our faith to be stronger than our fears and our actions louder than our words.
June 6, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Happy Eid al-Adha!
A time to celebrate community, compassion, and a shared humanity. A time for our faith to be stronger than our fears and our actions louder than our words.
A time to celebrate community, compassion, and a shared humanity. A time for our faith to be stronger than our fears and our actions louder than our words.
Reporting to the Board of Directors through the Executive Committee, the Executive Director is an experienced and skilled leader responsible for the implementation of the agency’s strategic plan and policies
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June 5, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Reporting to the Board of Directors through the Executive Committee, the Executive Director is an experienced and skilled leader responsible for the implementation of the agency’s strategic plan and policies
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Join our Vancouver Island Branch on June 5th for this hybrid CPD event presented by Kathleen Bellamano, MSW, RSW, Chartered Mediator, Arbitrator, Parenting Coordinator, and restorative justice facilitator. www.eventbrite.com/e/ethics-pra...
June 2, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Join our Vancouver Island Branch on June 5th for this hybrid CPD event presented by Kathleen Bellamano, MSW, RSW, Chartered Mediator, Arbitrator, Parenting Coordinator, and restorative justice facilitator. www.eventbrite.com/e/ethics-pra...