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We are the voice of the social work profession in Ontario, constantly striving to expand awareness of the value of social workers while advocating on behalf of the profession and the clients we serve.

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 OASW Recognizes Jacqueline Davis with the 2021 School Social Work Achievement Award
(11/16/2021)
 
   OASW and its School Social Work Advisory Group are pleased to recognize Jacqueline Davis, MSW, RSW with the 2021 School Social Work Achievement Award.
 OASW in the Media: Business leaders must ensure Canadian workers have access to vital mental health
(10/10/2021)
 
   On World Mental Health Day and during Healthy Workplace Month, Dr. Deepy Sur, OASW CEO, shared with Toronto Star readers why the time has never been more critical to attend to employee mental health.
 OASW Affirms World Mental Health Day and Commits to Advancing Mental Health for All
(10/8/2021)
 
   On World Mental Health Day, OASW calls for increased access and investments in mental health care. Social work is integral to the delivery of a shared vision for mental health care now and in the years to come.
 OASW Observes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Honours Orange Shirt Day
(9/30/2021)
 
   On Orange Shirt Day and Canada's first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, OASW wishes to recognize, raise awareness and support action to address the effects and ongoing legacy of residential schools.