Alumni

Cindy Blackstock Awarded Royal Society of Canada Prize for Indigenous Engagement

marilena.orsini@91��.Ca — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 18:52:20 +0000

Congratulations to Professor Cindy Blackstock from the School of Social Work on being awarded the 2025 Royal Society of Canada Prize for Indigenous Engagement.

Cindy Blackstock, who is a member of the Gitxsan First Nation and Executive Director of the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society, is being recognized for her work and research in child welfare and advocacy for the rights of Indigenous children.

Healing Broken Bonds — A New Podcast for Couples Navigating Complex Trauma

marilena.orsini@91��.Ca — Thu, 18 Sep 2025 17:48:07 +0000

Healing Broken Bonds — A New Podcast for Couples Navigating Complex Trauma

We're excited to launch Healing Broken Bonds, a powerful new podcast created for couples working through the deep challenges of complex trauma — and the journey to healing together.

$268,000 awarded to support outreach activities by 91�� researchers

admin — Tue, 27 May 2025 16:40:59 +0000

Seven 91�� researchers have been awarded more than $268,000 in Connection Grants by the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC).

Beyond the Classroom: Exploring Career Pathways for Educators

admin — Thu, 10 Jul 2025 16:25:12 +0000

🚀 FREE Coaching & Career Program for 91�� students & alumni led by Peter Balyta, PhD(07), BEd (94), President of Texas Instruments – Ed Tech

Macdonald Campus: Company Presentation Days

admin — Thu, 04 Sep 2025 15:58:58 +0000

Employers are coming to Mac Campus to meet you!

Each company is doing an information session to inform you of their organization, potential recruitment and more.

In Memoriam: Professor Sydney Mary Duder

marilena.orsini@91��.Ca — Thu, 03 Apr 2025 19:12:57 +0000

It is with profound sadness that the School of Social Work announces the passing of our beloved colleague, Professor Sydney Duder.

A dedicated member of our community who made an immeasurable impact on our students, faculty, and the broader social work profession. We invite you to take a moment to read the article in The Gazette, which beautifully captures the life and accomplishments of Professor Duder.

The Passing of Jenny Jeanes, BSW (’04) and MSW (’06)

marilena.orsini@91��.Ca — Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:31:25 +0000

It is with great sadness that the School of Social announces the passing of Jenny Jeanes. Jenny had devoted her life to serving refugee claimants and was a leading expert on immigration detention.

Congratulations to Myriam Denov, Professor in 91��’s School of Social Work who won the Prix du Québec’s Marie-Andrée-Bertrand Prize for social innovation.

marilena.orsini@91��.Ca — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 19:58:18 +0000

"A leading advocate for children’s rights, Myriam Denov won the Prix du Québec’s Marie-Andrée-Bertrand Prize for social innovation.

Denov conducted groundbreaking research on war-affected children and families for more than two decades and on three continents. Her research explored the unique realities and complex challenges of child soldiers, girls in armed conflict and children born of wartime rape, as well as that of post-conflict reconciliation and war-induced migration and resettlement.

Congratulations to Dr. Alicia Boatswain-Kyte on receiving a Special Recognition Award at the 39th World Cultural Council (WCC) Awards Ceremony

marilena.orsini@91��.Ca — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 19:49:53 +0000

Congratulations to Dr. Alicia Boatswain-Kyte on receiving a Special Recognition Award at the 39th World Cultural Council (WCC) Awards Ceremony, which took place at the Faculty Club, 91�� on October 23, 2024.

Congratulations to Dr. Nicole Ives, Recipient of the Meritorious Service Decoration (Civil Division)

marilena.orsini@91��.Ca — Wed, 11 Sep 2024 18:35:50 +0000

Dr. Nicole Ives has been awarded the Meritorious Service Decoration – Civil Division in recognition for her leadership in developing Indigenous Access 91��.

This honour, one of the highest in the country, and is conferred by Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary May Simon, Governor General of Canada. It is a testament to Nicole’s dedication and service to Indigenous peoples and communities in Canada. To read more about this honour and Nicole's work, please click on the link below to read an article 91�� Arts News.

Congratulations to Delphine Collin-Vézina for being elected as a Fellow to the Royal Society of Canada - Academy of Social Sciences

marilena.orsini@91��.Ca — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 15:36:20 +0000

You can read more about this incredible recognition in the 91�� Reporter article Twelve 91�� professors honoured by the Royal Society of Canada - 91�� Reporter

Alicia Boatswain-Kyte receives the 2024 World Cultural Council Special Recognition Award!

marilena.orsini@91��.Ca — Fri, 14 Jun 2024 13:24:09 +0000

Congratulations, Alicia Boatswain-Kyte, for receiving the 2024 World Cultural Council Special Recognition Award!

Each year, the World Cultural Council recognizes outstanding early career research leaders.

Professor Boatswain-Kyte is one of four selected from 91��. A wonderful recognition of Professor Boatswain-Kyte critical work focused on child welfare, racial disparities and anti-Black racism, and Community engagement in pursuit of social justice.

Meet the Author Speaker Series to discuss the book: “Transforming Social Work Field Education: New Insights from Practice Research and Scholarship.”

marilena.orsini@91��.Ca — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 17:06:10 +0000

The TFEL project invites you to register for the Meet the Author Speaker Series to discuss the book: “Transforming Social Work Field Education: New Insights from Practice Research and Scholarship.”

2023 Kagedan Lecture Series on Social Work & Human Rights

marilena.orsini@91��.Ca — Tue, 13 Jun 2023 18:13:36 +0000

SAVE THE DATE!

91�� Ukrainian Mental Health Aid Initiative: Cultural & Linguistic Competences Acquired and Lessons Learned?”

Speaker: Dr. Nate Fuks

Statement Supporting Queer, Non-binary and Trans Peoples

marilena.orsini@91��.Ca — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 16:31:33 +0000

Alumni

Cindy Blackstock Awarded Royal Society of Canada Prize for Indigenous Engagement

Healing Broken Bonds — A New Podcast for Couples Navigating Complex Trauma

$268,000 awarded to support outreach activities by 91���� researchers

Beyond the Classroom: Exploring Career Pathways for Educators

Macdonald Campus: Company Presentation Days

In Memoriam: Professor Sydney Mary Duder

The Passing of Jenny Jeanes, BSW (’04) and MSW (’06)

Congratulations to Myriam Denov, Professor in 91����’s School of Social Work who won the Prix du Québec’s Marie-Andrée-Bertrand Prize for social innovation.

Congratulations to Dr. Alicia Boatswain-Kyte on receiving a Special Recognition Award at the 39th World Cultural Council (WCC) Awards Ceremony

Congratulations to Dr. Nicole Ives, Recipient of the Meritorious Service Decoration (Civil Division)

Congratulations to Delphine Collin-Vézina for being elected as a Fellow to the Royal Society of Canada - Academy of Social Sciences

Alicia Boatswain-Kyte receives the 2024 World Cultural Council Special Recognition Award!

Meet the Author Speaker Series to discuss the book: “Transforming Social Work Field Education: New Insights from Practice Research and Scholarship.”

2023 Kagedan Lecture Series on Social Work & Human Rights

Statement Supporting Queer, Non-binary and Trans Peoples

$268,000 awarded to support outreach activities by 91�� researchers

Congratulations to Myriam Denov, Professor in 91��’s School of Social Work who won the Prix du Québec’s Marie-Andrée-Bertrand Prize for social innovation.