The PSW Podcast

Powered by the Ontario PSW Association- Hosted by REAL PSWs who are joined by fellow Personal Support Workers and industry experts to discuss the real truths behind the scenes of Canada’s healthcare system.

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Episodes

Apr 7, 2026

31 min

We’re diving into the realities of staffing in long-term care and dispelling the myths you need to know.
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Mar 27, 2026

16 min

Join us LIVE on Facebook and TikTok as we discuss the PSW Incentive in Ontario and what it means for you.
 
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Mar 20, 2026

51 min

Join us with Dr. Paula Williams, a physician with decades of experience in pain management and medical cannabis care, as we break down Medical Cannabis 101 — what PSWs need to know.
To learn more about Apollo please visit https://apollocannabis.ca
To learn more about OPSWA please visit www.opswa.ca 

Mar 13, 2026

21 min

Join OPSWA CEO Miranda Romanowicz live with special guest Danielle Mann, Lead PSW at OPen Minds Cambridge, as they discuss PSWs in specialized care — including autism, mental health, and the evolving role of PSWs.
Learn more about OPen Minds Cambridge at: www.openmindscambridge.com
Learn more about OPSWA at: www.opswa.ca 

PSW Angels Song

Mar 13, 2026

Mar 13, 2026

4 min

PSW Angels – Written by William Bell
This song was written by William Bell, a resident who wanted to express his deep appreciation for the Personal Support Workers who care for him each day. OPSWA is proud to share his tribute with the PSW community.

Mar 6, 2026

30 min

Listen as we break down why PSW wages are low — and what needs to change.
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Feb 27, 2026

33 min

Join the conversation as we dive into Unfiltered: What PSWs Tell the Association — real talk, real issues, real solutions.
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Feb 13, 2026

31 min

Join Miranda Romanowicz (OPSWA CEO) and Ian DaSilva (OPSWA COO) as they break down what’s really happening to PSWs in Ontario and what needs to change.
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Feb 6, 2026

22 min

Join Miranda Romanowicz (CEO OPSWA) and Ian DaSilva (COO OPSWA) as they dive into an important conversation on power, professionalism, and boundaries in the PSW profession.
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Jan 30, 2026

36 min

Join us for a new episode of the PSW Podcast, hosted by OPSWA COO Ian DaSilva, featuring Taryn Bolt, Executive Director of the Regional Learning Centre at Nucleus Independent Living.
Taryn is a registered Occupational Therapist with over a decade of educational and clinical experience in community healthcare. She is deeply passionate about providing evidence-informed education for staff working in the community sector and believes that workplace learning should always be relevant, practical, and engaging.Her clinical areas of expertise include pressure ulcer prevention, dementia care, and safer moving and handling practices. Taryn holds a Bachelor of English and Psychology and a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Toronto.In this live conversation, we’ll be discussing best practice guidelines, continuing education for PSWs, and more!
Learn more about Nucleus: https://www.nucleusonline.ca/
Learn more about the Regional Learning Centre: https://www.regionallearningcentre.ca/
Explore the Regional Learning Centre's Training Opportunities: https://www.eventbrite.ca/cc/opswa-education-sessions-4796213
Learn more about OPSWA: https://www.opswa.ca 

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Meet the Ontario PSW Association

 Trusted by over 50,000 PSWs

The Ontario Personal Support Worker Association is the Professional Association for PSWs across Ontario.
 
Since 2010, OPSWA has grown substantially. We have become the official voice for PSWs with Media across our nation and Federal & Provincial Governments. OPSWA is currently advocating the Ontario Government for Recognition and Respect for the PSWs and have been successful in helping create and pass Bill 283 for Regulation of Personal Support Workers. 
 
We continuously strive to improve the professional status of the Personal Support Workers of Ontario through advocacy for excellence and consistency in training, services, working conditions, and value to those we serve.

 

For more information on the Association

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