August offers a renewed sense of purpose and momentum. With connection still guiding our work, this month is about uplifting the profession - empowering social workers through mentorship, protection and fostering growth through continuing education. Whether you're exploring new opportunities, expanding your practice, or reconnecting with your community, let August be a moment of reflection and action, a time to invest in yourself and the future of social work in Alberta.

Not a SWAA Member?: Be part of a professional network that’s advocating for the future of social work, offering real support, real connection, and real change. Don’t miss out on joining a community built for you, by members. 

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Join us and discover how SWAA can support you every step of the way.

Protect Your Practice: CASW Liability Insurance Program For SWAA Members

Join SWAA and gain access to the CASW Liability Insurance Program.

For Inquiries contact CASW/BMS via phone or email

More Info: CASW/BMS Liability Insurance Program

SWAA’s Mentorship Community: Strengthening the Profession Together

Whether you're offering your expertise or looking to grow, we invite you to express your interest. Together, we can foster meaningful connections, support professional growth, and strengthen our shared commitment to the social work profession.

Become a SWAA member now, and join us as a mentor or mentee. Grow with us.

Registration details will be available on our website from August 15.

For Information, contact us at hello@myswaa.ca.

Have a question you’d like to see addressed at the AGM?
We welcome all SWAA members to submit their questions in advance. Please send your questions to hello@myswaa.ca by September 10, 2025.

Are you a social work student?
We also invite social work students to submit questions and attend SWAA’s AGM. Your voice and perspective are valued as part of Alberta’s growing social work community.

Registration details will be available soon on the Member Portal & website. 

Do you work in rural Alberta? Are you a member of a Queer, Indigenous or other diverse community? Are you trained with a BSW or have a diploma?

SWAA is looking to diversify our board to reflect the diverse cultural, religious, sexualities, genders, geographical areas, educational levels and areas of practice of our membership. Regardless of your identities, if you are passionate about your work and our profession, you are encouraged to apply. SWAA is committed to promoting the profession, advocating together for what matters, and supporting social work in Alberta. Diversity, anti-oppression and member involvement are key foci for SWAA. 

• Do you have a passion to be involved in shaping and leading the future direction of the Social Workers Association of Alberta? We invite you to consider applying for the Board of Directors! 

• Who is eligible? A voting member of SWAA who is in good standing.  

  For more information, and/or to apply click here 

Explore Continuing Education Opportunities

From SWAA and our trusted partners, PESI Canada, Jack Hirose & Associates, CASW, and other external sources. Discover a wide range of Canadian, U.S., and international learning opportunities designed to support social workers at every stage of their careers.

Explore Resources on our website: TheHub/Resources

Access recorded webinars our website's video library | Or MemberPortal Video Library

Explore upcoming events

For Information & Registration: Visit  Events or the  Member Portal 

Advertise your events with SWAA: Event Ad Request Form

• Aug 12-15: 7th International Indigenous Voices in Social Work Conference

• Aug 22-24: 2025 Poundmaker’s Lodge Annual Powwow—a celebration of culture, healing, and community.

• Oct 6-7: Allies For Youth Connections Conference: Registration Open

• Oct 24:  RMPTI - An Exploration of Belonging: Nature Based Play Therapy with Maggie Fearn

• Dulwich Centre (the home of narrative therapy) Calling Canadians! Registration Open: Master of Narrative Therapy and Community Work – Online in 2026

• SickKids Centre for Community Mental Health Learning Institute - Summer Learning

Current Job Postings:

The following employers are currently recruiting social workers and you can find details, apply and/or advertise at Social work Careers:

• Registered Social Worker: Living Well Counselling Services Inc. Calgary, AB.

• Case Worker Supervisor: Stoney Nakoda Child & Family Services. Mini Thni, Cochrane, AB.

• Early Intervention & Prevention Supervisor: Stoney Nakoda Child & Family Services. Mini Thni, Cochrane, AB.

• Clinical Instructor - Field Education: University of Regina - Faculty of Social Work. Regina, Saskatchewan

• Community Outreach Worker: City of Spruce Grove. Spruce Grove, AB

• Full Time Inclusive Child Care (ICC) Coach / Behaviour Consultant: Key Connections Consulting. Lethbridge, AB.

• Mental Health Therapist: Alberta Health Services. Raymond, AB.

If you are a researcher looking to reach Social work respondents, visit Requesting Respondents Form (Social Work Research) — Social Workers Association of Alberta

If you are a Social worker interested in participating as a respondent, visit Participate in Research — Social Workers Association of Alberta

Available Studies;

• Culturally responsive school social work practice

• Research Study on Indigenous Social Workers Using Medicinal Plants: Walden University.

• Factors Influencing Mental Health Professionals’ Case Conceptualization and Treatment Planning Processes for Psychotherapy.

• Study on School Social Workers and Autistic Students: CLICK HERE to Learn more & Access the Questionnaire

• Autistic Human Services Worker Survey. A Study to Understand Workplace Inclusion

• Perceived Competence in E-therapy Delivery: Evaluating its Influence in Predicting Clinician Use of E-therapy