Complex socio-political causes continue to increase the carceral population locally and globally, with more individuals aging and dying in prisons. Despite international recognition of the importance of palliative care as a shared universal right, a health equity gap exists between the general and carceral populations in Canada. With growing numbers of aging people in custody […]

                In this session we will identify and discuss common ethical issues in palliative care and we will talk through steps to take in addressing ethical issues by discussing a case scenario.

For EVERYONE Co-hosted by the Rural Coordination Centre of BC (RCCbc), First Nations Health Authority and Health Quality BC, the Rural Voices Gathering is comprised of two virtual sessions and in-person community-based dialogue. It will bring together and amplify the voices of rural, remote and First Nations and Métis communities relative to health and wellness. REGISTER NOW: November […]

Pediatric Palliative Care Community of Practice (in French) Sessions will run from April 2024 to April 2025. Come be part of the Pediatric Palliative Care Community of Practice, in collaboration with Le Phare! This community of practice will allow you to network and learn from experts across French-speaking Canada who share your interest in the integrated […]

              Audience: family physicians, hospitalists, palliative care specialists, mental health professionals, pharmacists, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, residents and students. Overview: This year we will be exploring challenges and strategies in delivering compassionate end-of-life care for the most vulnerable patient populations – including in unique settings such as ER, prisons and unstable […]

The Canadian Medical Association (CMA) is pleased to invite physicians and medical learners to an upcoming virtual session on Indigenous allyship and culturally safe care, to be held Nov. 25 from 12 to 2 pm ET. Hosted by CMA President Dr. Joss Reimer and featuring a panel discussion with Dr. Ojistoh Horn, Dr. Melissa Lem […]

Don’t miss out on the final Canadian Patient Safety Week (CPSW) 2024 webinar! Participants will hear from senior healthcare leaders about how to enhance safety in their organizations and will learn proven strategies to build trust and improve communication within their healthcare teams.  Speakers: Katherine Chubbs, PhD., President & CEO, The Good Samaritan Society Angela […]

Sessions will run from August 2024 to April 2025. This community of practice, in partnership with the Canadian Association for Spiritual Care, centers around the understanding and application of spiritual health and its diverse meanings within the context of palliative and bereavement care. The goal of this community is to create a space for healthcare professionals, […]