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Learn About Our "I Am A PSW" Initiative

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Your Safety Is Our #1 Priority!

Trusted by over 60,000 PSWs

The Ontario Personal Support Workers Association (OPSWA) is the first chapter of the Canadian Support Workers Association (CANSWA). Created in June of 2010 by PSWs, OPSWA has grown substantially since then, now representing tens of thousands of PSWs across Ontario. OPSWA is the recognized voice for PSWs with media across our nation and Federal & Provincial Governments.

OPSWA provides PSWs with support, benefits and safety elements while working to professionalize the field. OPSWA gives PSWs a voice and encourages PSWs to get involved with their association.

OPSWA has maintained the same goal since our early days – Respect and Recognition for the PSW and that has never changed.

Trusted by over 60,000 PSWs

The Ontario Personal Support Workers Association (OPSWA) is the first chapter of the Canadian Support Workers Association (CANSWA). Created in June of 2010 by PSWs, OPSWA has grown substantially since then, now representing tens of thousands of PSWs across Ontario. OPSWA is the recognized voice for PSWs with media across our nation and Federal & Provincial Governments.

OPSWA provides PSWs with support, benefits and safety elements while working to professionalize the field. OPSWA gives PSWs a voice and encourages PSWs to get involved with their association.

OPSWA has maintained the same goal since our early days – Respect and Recognition for the PSW and that has never changed.

Check For The OPSWA Verification Badge

All OPSWA members have liability insurance, verified background checks, and credentials.

Check For The OPSWA Verification Badge

All OPSWA members have liability insurance, verified background checks, and credentials.

About OPSWA

Our Goal

OPSWA’s aim is to make PSWs the profession of choice in the Health Care field.

Why We Care

We strive to improve the professional status of Ontario PSWs by advocating excellence and consistency in training, services, working conditions, and value to those we serve.

Our Visions

Our vision is to provide Ontarians the quality of care that they are entitled to through PSWs.

Each membership provides exclusive access to:

2 Million dollar Professional Liability Insurance coverage

Specialization courses and professional training

Advocacy for PSWs at Queen’s Park and Parliament Hill

Ongoing professional corporate discounts

Access to TOP PSW Employers

$50,000 Abuse Coverage

Find the membership that’s right for you

PSW

Have confidence knowing that you are protected with our $2 million liability insurance coverage.

Student

A FREE Membership to OPSWA during your time in school.

Pathway Program

NOT for PSWs, but for other front-line health care professionals.

Provincial Accredited

For agencies operating in more than one region in Ontario.

Entrepreneurial

A new way to offer security and peace of mind to you and your clients.

International PSW

For new Canadians who are legally allowed to work in Canada.

Perinatal Support Worker

For Perinatal Support Workers who have completed their schooling.

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