Council

The ACSW Council is empowered by the Health Professions Act and may exercise all rights, powers and privileges in fulfilling its duty to govern and oversee the activities of the College and ensure all duties are carried out in a manner that serves and protects the public interest. The ACSW is governed by a Council of fourteen members, composed of seven elected registered members and seven public members appointed by the Government of Alberta. The Indigenous Social Work Committee Chairperson holds a designated seat on Council as one of the registered members. 

Governance committees include the Executive Committee, the Finance Committee, the Bylaws Committee and Human Resources Committee. Committees of Council include the Indigenous Social Work Committee and the Nominations and Recruitment Committee. Members of Council serve as liaisons to the legislative committees.

Council meets approximately 6 times per year.

Governance

ACSW Council governs the work of the College in accordance with the Health Professions Act (HPA) regulations and bylaws.