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Advocacy for the Profession
Posted March 31, 2026
MCSW Highlights the Value of Social Workers in Mental Health Care March 31, 2026: In response to remarks made in the Manitoba Legislature on March 26, 2026 regarding social workers and their role in responding to individuals experiencing mental health crises, MCSW sent an Open Letter to Obby Khan, Manitoba Leader of Opposition. https://www.youtube.com/live/oDfSr3nKd_Q?si=evgwCyYLcCT-QmjI –
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CASW Distinguished Service Award Recipient
Posted March 04, 2026
MCSW is pleased to announce that Jennifer Whalen, BSW, RSW is the Manitoba Recipient of the 2025 CASW Distinguished Service Award! Jennifer Whalen’s career is a profound example of her commitment to life promotion, mental health advocacy and Social Work practice in the North and demonstrates her dedication to fostering environments where individuals, families and communities can
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MCSW is Hiring
Posted December 03, 2025
The Manitoba College of Social Workers is recruiting for the following position: Manager of Advocacy and Engagement The Manager, Advocacy & Engagement helps bring the College’s commitments to life—advancing reconciliation, cultural safety, equity, and social justice while building meaningful relationships with members and communities. This role shapes thoughtful advocacy, inclusive engagement initiatives, and culturally grounded
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2025 Annual General Meeting Highlights
Posted October 27, 2025
The virtual Annual General Meeting was held October 30, 2025. Highlights included a review of the 2024-2025 financials, the fee adjustment, the President’s report and a presentation from Indigenous Strategy Alliance. Watch a recording of the AGM Review the AGM slideshow Download the MCSW 2024-2025 Annual Report
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2025 Education Event Highlights
Posted October 14, 2025
MCSW held the 2025 Education Event on October 9 at the Victoria Inn Winnipeg. For the first time, the event was hybrid and participants joined in person and online. Overview of the agenda and CCP eligible activities: Opening – Grandmother Deborah TacanEligible for 0.5 Content-Specific Hours in SW with Indigenous Peoples Keynote: Strong Hearts, Strong FamiliesMichael
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Posted October 01, 2025
MCSW was honoured to participate in the Southern Chiefs’ Organization Orange Shirt Day Healing Walk and Pow Wow on September 30, 2025. Grateful for the teachings and opportunity to walk alongside strong advocates and respected leaders in reconciliation.
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10th Anniversary Gala Highlights
Posted May 21, 2025
Thank You for Celebrating with Us!MCSW extends heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for our 10th Anniversary Gala on May 15, 2025. It was an unforgettable evening of reflection, celebration, and inspiration. Congratulations to Miriam Browne, recipient of the CASW Distinguished Service Award, and our sincere thanks to those who made the evening truly special
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MCSW is Partner to Winnipeg’s Indigenous Accord
Posted January 07, 2025
The Manitoba College of Social Workers is pleased to formalize its commitment to reconciliation through its partnership with the City of Winnipeg as signatories to Winnipeg’s Indigenous Accord. The College welcomes feedback from members regarding the ongoing development of our Partnership Plan! 2025 Progress Report 2024 Progress Report 2023 Progress Report 2022 Progress Report 2021 Progress