PEI Association of Social Workers

10/05/2026

We’re here to support and represent our members and to strengthen and unify the profession of social work in PEI.

To do this, we need to hear from you, our members. In your opinion, what are the biggest issues facing PEI social workers currently?

09/30/2026

In honour of the fifth annual National Day for Truth and Reconcilia...

09/28/2026

Hot off the press! Our Fall Newsletter has been circulated to members by email today.

Are you a current member but didn’t receive this email? Contact us at [email protected] so we can make sure we have your up to date contact information. Emails are sent by Cadrea Davis, ED of the Voluntary Resource Center.

09/28/2026

09/28/2026

In honour of the sixth annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR), APTN, the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation, CBC/Radio-Canada and the Algonquin Nation have united to produce a 90-minute multilingual commemorative gathering, entitled Remembering the Children: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

This special program seeks to honour Survivors, pay tribute to the children who never made it home from residential schools, and deliver a safe and nurturing environment for reconciliation and healing. This year’s gathering will encompass powerful reflections from esteemed Elders and Survivors as well as moving performances by First Nations, Inuit and Métis artists. The gathering will be broadcast live on all APTN channels and partnering Canadian broadcasters to reach as many viewers as possible. Tune in and join us on our collective journey towards reconciliation.

Live stream link to this event is here: https://www.youtube.com/live/zOYVu5NoR8I?si=Agei2tToAhRjIztl.

In honour of the fifth annual National Day for Truth and Reconcilia...

08/31/2026

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day, the world's largest campaign to end overdose. We remember every life lost to overdose, parents, siblings, children, friends, neighbours, and clients. We hold space for the grief carried by loved ones and the ongoing pain felt by communities across the country.

As social workers, we stand for approaches that reduce harm and uphold people’s rights. We meet people with compassion. We listen without judgment. And we continue to stand alongside those impacted by the toxic drug crisis in impacted by the toxic drug crisis to push for systems that support, not punish

Today, and every day, we say:
You are not alone.
Your life matters.
Everyone is worthy of affirming and judgement-free care.

08/24/2026

Hello and happy Monday social workers!

We are looking for submissions for our new members-only newsletter. Attend a really great training you’d like to share? Find out about a new community resource? Want to share a work update about yourself? Let us know!

Email your submissions to us at [email protected] Deadline for submissions is September 6, 2026.

08/23/2026

Summerside social workers - FYI.

Attention Summerside - Please save the date!!!
PEERS Alliance will be hosting a pop-up naloxone training and overdose prevention information booth in recognition of Overdose Awareness Day on Tuesday, August 25th. Please join us at the new Summerside Community Health Centre/Public Health Building located at 95 Anna Drive from 12 to 4pm

International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) brings people around the world together to remember those we have lost to overdose, support those who are grieving, and take action to prevent future overdose deaths.

This year's theme, "25 Years On. Still Needed." marks 25 years of raising awareness, reducing stigma, and advocating for evidence-based solutions to prevent overdose. While we wish this day were no longer necessary, overdose continues to affect individuals, families, and communities across Canada—including here on Prince Edward Island. While most provinces in Canada have seen a drop in deaths linked to the opioid crisis, Prince Edward Island recorded the largest number of opioid-related deaths in 2025 since the province began releasing the data publicly in 2016.

Behind every statistic is a person who was loved and valued, and behind every loss is a ripple felt by families, friends, coworkers, and communities. The encouraging reality is that overdose is preventable. We know that education, harm reduction, timely access to care and treatment, and compassionate, evidence-informed responses save lives. By speaking openly, learning from one another, and treating everyone with dignity and respect, we can build a future where fewer lives are lost.

We hope to see you there!

08/22/2026

“While we recognize the important role that the traditional justice system plays in responding to crime, we also understand that this is not always a preferred option for all victims and that sometimes, the victim’s needs are not met. Providing alternative or complementary pathways demonstrates the province’s commitment to trauma-informed practices and reinforces the value of meaningful accountability, empowerment, and improved outcomes for all involved.”

- Jayelee Grady, Manager of Victim Services

To learn more about Restorative Justice, visit: https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/justice-and-public-safety/restorative-justice