Compassion in Action - Two-Part Online Workshop
2026-02-21 | Virtual
Practice leading difficult conversations commonly encountered in palliative and end-of-life care through 3 standardized patient scenarios. Take away key communication strategies you can apply in all areas of your practice. Develop essential communication skills that can contribute to better health outcomes, team collaboration, and patient and practitioner satisfaction. Register early to secure your spot in this limited enrolment program.

Understanding MAiD-Related Grief (BCBH Free Webinar)
2026-02-26 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Virtual
Grief and loss related to Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) can bring forward a wide range of emotions. This experience is deeply personal and may feel isolating, particularly when others are unsure how to talk about or hold space for this type of loss.
This compassionate one-hour session explores the emotional, relational, and social impact of MAiD-related loss and compassionate care for those left behind. It is not an advocacy or medical presentation and focuses exclusively on the bereavement process. Whether your loss is recent or occurred some time ago, you are warmly welcome.
Disclaimer: BC Bereavement Helpline does not advocate for or promote Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD). This webinar is offered solely to provide compassionate, non-judgmental support and to hold space for individuals and families who are grieving a MAiD-related loss. Session
Details: Date: Wednesday, February 26 Time: 7:00–8:00 PM (Pacific Time)
Location: Online (via Zoom) Community Care Note: To help create a safe and supportive space, participants are asked to engage with respect, compassion, and mindfulness of the diverse experiences and perspectives shared during the session.
Recording Notice: This webinar may be recorded and shared on the BC Bereavement Helpline YouTube channel for educational purposes. Participants are encouraged to turn off their camera to protect their privacy.
Facilitator: Ryan Murphy Ryan Murphy is a Grief Support Group Facilitator with BC Bereavement Helpline and holds a Master of Human Rights and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology. Learn more at: https://bcbh.ca/about-us/our-facilitators/

From framework to action: Launching the HEC Health Equity Framework
2026-03-03 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual
In this first session, we will introduce the Health Equity Framework (HEF) as a resource for advancing equity in health systems. Through storytelling and reflection, we will explore why this framework matters and why now is the time for action. Participants will gain an understanding of the guiding commitments behind the framework, its eight actions, and how individuals, teams, and organizations can create safer, more inclusive, and equitable care.
Speakers

Jennifer Zelmer, President & CEO, Healthcare Excellence Canada
Christina Krause, Chief Executive Officer of Health Quality BC and Adjunct Professor, School of Population & Public Health, Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia
Brady Comeau, Senior Program Lead, Patient Safety, Equity and Engagement, Healthcare Excellence Canada

Host

Jennifer Zelmer, President & CEO, Healthcare Excellence Canada

Who should attend

Healthcare leaders and decision-makers
Policy developers in healthcare
Equity-focused healthcare organizations
Healthcare providers and practitioners
Community advocates
Academics and researchers in health equity

REGISTER HERE

PediCARES by SimKIDS
2026-03-04 | SickKids Hospital, 175 Elizabeth Street, Patient Support Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
PediCARES (Paediatric Interprofessional Critical Advanced Resuscitation and Emergency Simulation by SimKIDS) is an advanced interprofessional workshop designed to prepare you for exactly this: high-acuity, low-frequency emergencies that demand technical skill, calm under pressure, and seamless teamwork.
From initiating an intraosseous (I.O.) line to managing severe diabetic ketoacidosis with rapidly changing vitals, this program gives you a safe space to rehearse the scenarios that challenge even the most experienced clinicians.
What sets PediCARES apart:

Train in a new high-fidelity simulation centre that mirrors real-world clinical situations
Practice advanced procedural and crisis resource management skills alongside an interprofessional team
Focus on paediatric emergencies requiring high-skill, low-frequency interventions (HALO events)

Workshop Objectives Include:

Practicing advanced resuscitation skills for acutely ill neonatal and paediatric patients
Applying paediatric assessment for acute emergency identification and management
Strengthening team roles and crisis resource management

Be ready for moments that matter. Download the full brochure below or register directly for our next workshop on March 4, 2025:
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Register Now

Annual Assembly Hospice Palliative Care
2026-03-04 - 2026-03-06 | San Diego Convention Centre, San Diego, CA, United States

Colorectal Cancer Canada - Day on the Hill
2026-03-10 08:00 - 12:00 | Parliament Hill – Centennial Flame, 111 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON, K1A 0A4, Canada
This March, we March.
We are calling on our entire community to join us on Parliament Hill on March 10 to deliver a single, undeniable message to our legislators: 50 is too late.
While other nations have already lowered the colorectal cancer screening age to 45, Canada is lagging behind. That 5-year gap represents thousands of diagnoses, thousands of families, and thousands of lives.
We are going to Ottawa to close that gap.
THE PLAN: We will gather as one voice with one message: earlier screening saves lives. We will create a “Blue Wave” on the Hill—survivors, caregivers, and supporters standing shoulder-to-shoulder to demand the change our community deserves. To ensure this visual is impossible to ignore, we ask that you please come dressed in blue.

WHEN: March 10, 2026 at 11:00am
WHERE: Parliament Hill, Ottawa – Centennial Flame.
WHY: To lower the screening age to 45.

We will provide the signs and Blue Toques to top off your blue attire and keep you warm; we just need you to bring your voice and your presence. Whether you are walking for yourself, for a loved one, or for the future of healthcare in Canada, your presence sends a powerful signal that politicians cannot ignore.
Let’s make sure they hear us loud and clear.
This March, we March.
With gratitude and determination,
The Colorectal Cancer Canada Team

Webinar - Rethinking Dementia Care
2026-03-11 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual
Join us for a practical, evidence-driven discussion on how primary care providers can lead dementia diagnosis and ongoing management — drawing on lessons from the MINT Memory Clinic model, one of Canada’s most rigorously evaluated and widely adopted primary-care-based dementia care innovations.
March 11, 2026 12:00 PM (Eastern Time) Moderator:
@DrSamirSinha

Panelists: Dr. Linda Lee Dr. Michelle Casey Andreanna King Michael Lee Sana Adi
This webinar will explore: • The need to build capacity in primary care to deliver high-quality care for older adults with memory concerns • How innovative models like the MINT Memory Clinic are transforming dementia care across Canada

Compassionate Dementia Inclusive Communities
2026-03-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Part of the All Together ECHO Series
A sneak peek of how 3 social health movements Nav-CARE, dementia-inclusive movement and Compassionate Communities – are helping to empower and support people living with early-onset dementia, their families. An overview of ongoing project and stories from 6 Canadian communities at work who are raising awareness and helping to improve quality of life of people living with dementia and the care partners.
Presenter: Melody Jobse, Community Engagement Lead BCCPC and Community Development specialist, UBCO

Goals of Care in the Acute Care Setting: Drawing in the Team
2026-03-18 12:00 - 13:00
Part of our Updated & Innovations in Essential Conversations for the Health Care Team ECHO Series.
Presenter: Dara Lewis, MSN(c), BSN, CHPCN Vancouver Coastal Health, Clinical Educator and Lead, Vancouver Acute
Goals of Care Support Team (previously RPACE)

Neuro Supportive Care Lecture
2026-03-19 08:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
What does good palliative care look like for people living with neurological illness? Join Dr. Janis Miyasaki, MD, MEd, FRCPC, FAAN, for the next session of the McGill Palliative Care National Grand Rounds Programme, for an exciting conversation on neuro supportive care.
A nationally and internationally recognized leader in the field, Dr. Miyasaki has spent decades advancing the intersection of neurology and palliative care through research, program development, and mentorship across Canada and internationally.
This session is accredited and will be delivered in English, with French closed captions available for online attendees via Zoom settings.

Join online: Live via Zoom
Attend in person: Jeanne Timmins Auditorium, Montreal Neurological Institute (MNI), 3801 University Street, Montreal, QC H3A 2B4

Together We Care Conference
2026-03-23 - 2026-03-25 | Toronto, Ontario, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Welcome to Together We Care
The TWC Planning Committee is thrilled to continue our collaboration with aNd Logistix for the planning and management of the Together We Care Convention & Trade Show. aNd Logistix will be your primary point of contact for convention inquiries regarding exhibits, sponsorship, and programming. Should you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to send your questions to TogetherWeCare@andlogistix.com. About the Together We Care Convention & Trade Show
We’re excited to share that Together We Care 2026 is set to take place from March 23rd to 25th, 2026, at the Toronto Congress Centre. The opportunity for the seniors care community to come together, learn, and collaborate is a highly anticipated event for our members, promising an invigorating experience. With a wealth of valuable insights to exchange, we’re diligently crafting a comprehensive program in partnership with industry-leading experts. This program will encompass the valuable lessons we’ve learned and chart the most effective paths for moving forward into the future.
Make plans to join us in March in Toronto at the Toronto Congress Centre, 650 Dixon Road, Etobicoke, Ontario.
Together We Care is a collaborative forum that joins the long-term care and retirement community sectors to help shape the future of seniors’ care. It provides the unique opportunity to hear from inspirational keynotes, as well as leaders and change-makers from across the seniors’ care continuum about novel ideas and case studies, new models of care, partnerships for success, and hot topics that both challenge and inform attendees.
Use the hashtag #TWC2026 to stay connected and join the conversation.

From framework to impact: Equity oriented care in practice
2026-03-25 09:00 - 10:30 | Virtual
In this second session, we will build on the HEC Health Equity Framework by exploring what equity-oriented care looks like in action. We will spotlight projects that bring the actions of the framework to practice and discuss the enablers that make this work possible. Together, we will unpack common myths and tensions in health equity work.
Register to attend
Please note that by completing this registration form, you’re signing up to receive calendar invitations for both webinars in the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Virtual Learning Exchange Webinar series. You’re welcome to attend one or both.
Speakers

Prachi Khanna, Patient Partner
Golden Healthcare Management Inc.
George’s House

Host

Brady Comeau, Senior Program Lead, Patient Safety, Equity and Engagement, Healthcare Excellence Canada

Who should attend

Healthcare leaders and decision-makers
Policy developers in healthcare
Equity-focused healthcare organizations
Healthcare providers and practitioners
Community advocates
Academics and researchers in health equity

BCHPCA - BC Budget 2026
2026-03-25 09:30 - 10:30 | Virtual
Purpose of the Session
This webinar is intended to create space for hospice leaders, clinicians, and partners to reflect on how Budget 2026 may influence hospice and palliative care services across British Columbia. The session is designed for hospice society leaders, palliative care practitioners, community partners, health authority planners, invited government representatives, and members of the public interested in understanding the broader policy and funding landscape affecting hospice and community care.
Insights from the panel discussion and participant dialogue will help inform BCHPCA’s sector analysis and recommendations, which may be shared with provincial partners, including the Ministry of Health and other system leaders.
Forums such as this bring the hospice and palliative care sector together to share knowledge, strengthen collective advocacy, and contribute to system improvement. This work is not funded. If you value opportunities like this, please consider making a donation to support future sector conversations and advocacy efforts.
⭐ Wednesday, March 25
⭐ 9:30 – 10:30 AM (PST)
⭐ Online Webinar
Confirmed panelists include:
– Andrea Critchley, Executive Director, Abbotsford Hospice Society
One of the largest non residential hospice societies in the region, bringing an urban hospice leadership perspective focused on service growth, system partnerships, and operational sustainability with diverse funding models
– Jen Asselin, Coordinator, Elk Valley & Area Hospice
Offering a rural and remote community perspective on access, volunteer driven service delivery, and local capacity challenges.
– Additional clinical panelist perspective to be confirmed.
A clinical perspective will be added to provide insight into how Budget 2026 may influence patient care and service delivery
Facilitated by Pablita Thomas, Executive Director of BCHPCA
Providing a provincial systems lens on policy, funding trends, and collective sector advocacy.

Princess Margaret Hematology Conference (PMHC)
2026-03-26 - 2026-03-28 | Courtyard by Marriott Downtown, 475 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario, M4Y 1X7, Canada
Save the Date
EVENT: Princess Margaret Hematology Conference
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Email: conferences@uhn.ca
Website: https://events.myconferencesuite.com/PMHC2026
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE:
The Princess Margaret Hematology Conference (PMHC), held in collaboration with the International Lymphoma Radiation Oncology Group (ILROG), is a landmark inaugural event within the Malignant Hematology Program at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, one of the world’s leading cancer research and treatment institutions. This prestigious conference is designed to foster collaboration, innovation, and knowledge exchange among national and international experts, researchers, clinicians, and other professionals dedicated to advancing the field of hematologic malignancies, including leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and related disorders as well as the recent developments in allogeneic/ autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and immune cellular therapy for the treatment of hematologic cancers.
This is a two and a half day scientific forum which aims to serve as a premier platform for discussing the latest advancements in clinical and basic research, as well as the development of cutting-edge clinical studies in hematologic cancers. By bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders—renowned oncologists, hematologists, radiation oncologists, researchers, translational scientists, and allied health professionals—the conference will facilitate interdisciplinary dialogue to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities in the field. This includes keynote speakers, plenary and breakout sessions, poster presentations, debate and networking opportunities at the welcome reception.
KEY DATES:
Registration Opens: December 16, 2025
Call for Abstracts Opens: December 16, 2025
Deadline for Abstract Submission: January 26, 2026

Palliative Care Education Session - NOSM
2026-04-02 06:00 - 07:30, 2026-05-07 05:00 - 06:30 | Virtual

National Caregiver Symposium
2026-04-07 | The Westin Harbour Castle Toronto, 1 Harbour Square, Toronto, Ontario, M5J 1A6, Canada

Exploring the Alberta Atlas of Palliative Care
2026-04-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual
Join us to explore the newly released Canadian Atlas of Palliative Care: Alberta Edition.
Developed by Pallium Canada and the Division of Palliative Medicine at the University of Calgary, with support from the Division of Palliative Care at McMaster University, this groundbreaking resource provides a comprehensive, data-driven snapshot of palliative care in Alberta.
Don’t miss this opportunity to join Jeffrey Moat, CEO of Pallium Canada, and Dr. Leonie Herx, MD, PhD, CCFP(PC), FCFP, Project Co-lead and Co-Principal Investigator of the Atlas, and learn more about this unique, interactive tool, and how it can be used to support evidence-based decision-making, improve care planning, and enhance equitable access to palliative care.

BCHPCA Spring Lunch & Learn
2026-04-13 - 2026-04-17 | Virtual
We’re excited to announce our annual Spring Lunch and Learn series, coming mid-April! Stay tuned for speaker details and more information as we finalize everything. Have questions about upcoming or past sessions? Interested in sharing your expertise as a speaker? Email Adam Webber at adam.webber@bchpca.org

33rd Annual Rural & Remote Medicine Conference
2026-04-16 - 2026-04-18 | Centre des Congres de Quebec, Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
REGISTER HERE

Atlas CareMap Series: Helping Caregivers Map Their Care Connections
2026-04-16 07:30 - 09:00 | Virtual
Caregivers are at the heart of our health system, yet too many are navigating their role without the support they need. By mapping out their networks, we can begin to identify strengths, uncover gaps, and have more meaningful conversations about support.
Join us for an upcoming workshop to learn more about Atlas CareMaps, a simple, visual approach to understanding caregiver networks. Presented with support from the Rexall Care Network, this workshop will explore how CareMaps work and how they can spark clearer conversations about connection, awareness, and the realities caregivers face every day. You will also gain practical ways to introduce CareMaps in your own organization or community.
All Atlas CareMap workshops offer the same training, so you can choose the session date and time that work best for you:

April 16, 2026, from 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. ET | Register here
May 19, 2026, from 9:30–11 a.m. ET | Register here

CGS 2026 Annual Scientific Meeting
2026-04-23 - 2026-04-25 | Hotel Bonaventure Montreal, 900 Rue De la Gauchetière O, Montreal, Quebec, H5A 1E4, Canada
Join the CGS in Montréal, Quebec, a lively city celebrated for its diverse arts and culinary scenes, as well as its European charm. The meeting will take place at the Hotel Bonaventure Montreal from April 23–25, 2026. The theme of the ASM is “Reimagining Geriatrics: Science, Practice, Impact.”
At this year’s meeting, participants will be able to:

discuss and incorporate recent advances in geroscience, precision aging, and integrated models of care for older persons (i.e.,5Ms and ICOPE) to improve assessment, risk stratification, and management of complex older adults;
assess and adapt innovative, interdisciplinary, and technology-enabled models of geriatric care to promote equitable, person-centered practice across varied clinical and community settings; and
identify and implement evidence-based approaches that improve health-system integration, support aging in place, and expand the societal impact of geriatric medicine through policy, advocacy, and quality improvement.

The educational program mainly targets geriatricians, family physicians, and other allied health professionals who care for older adults and have an interest in geriatric health care. It is also intended for medical students, other health professional students, and medical residents.
Register by March 22nd to take advantage of early-bird rates!
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER NOW, CLICK HERE!

Engaged & Empowered: Advancing Person-centred Care Summit
2026-04-27 - 2026-04-28 | Edmonton Expo Centre, 7515 118 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5B 0J2, Canada
Join healthcare professionals, industry experts, patients, families and caregivers at Engaged & Empowered 2026. Register now to advance compassionate, inclusive, person-centred care.
REGISTER HERE

ECHO: Grief & Bereavement
2026-04-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Part of our Grief & Bereavement Literacy ECHO Series
This virtual session will have a presentation with Q & A.
Presenter: Jess Holtslander, RSW, MSW, RCC, Sun & Clouds Counselling Thurs, April 30 12pm-1pm PST (60-Min.)
REGISTER HERE

National Hospice Palliative Care Week
2026-05-03 - 2026-05-09

3 Days In-Depth Palliative Care - Open for Registration
2026-05-04 - 2026-05-06 | Waterfront Events and Conference Centre, 555 Bay Street North, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Target Audience
Health Care Professionals, including physicians, nurses, spiritual care providers, social workers and other disciplines who:

Provide a palliative approach to care within various settings: primary care, long-term care, acute care, home care, and hospice.
Completion or plan to complete the Pallium LEAP (Learning Essential Approaches to Palliative and End-of-Life Care) program is encouraged but not mandatory.

Overall Learning Objectives
By attending this activity, participants will be able to:

Manage complex physical, emotional, ethical and social issues, including pediatric to geriatric populations.
Develop enhanced collaborative practice skills and forge new inter-professional relationships.
Apply a palliative care approach in life-limiting illnesses, including cancer, cardiac, renal, respiratory, dementia, and other neurological disorders.

Details and times are subject to change. Program times are in Eastern Time (ET)
REGISTER HERE

35th Annual AQSP Congress
2026-05-06 - 2026-05-08 | Delta Hotel by Marriott Sherbrooke & Conference Centre, 2685 Rue King Ouest, Sherbrooke, Quebec, J1L 1C1, Canada

25th Mary O'Connor Palliative & Hospice Care Conference
2026-05-07 07:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
We are delighted to announce that registration is now open for a very special milestone event — the 25th Mary O’Connor Palliative & Hospice Care Conference, taking place May 7, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. MDT.
This year’s theme,
“Palliative Care Through the Lens of Time: Past Reflections | Present Practices | Future Visions,”
celebrates 25 years of learning, collaboration, and advancing compassionate care across our community.
The 2026 conference will be hosted as a Zoom webinar, with a $20 non‑refundable registration fee.
About Us | My Site

Registration is officially open as of April 1, 2026.
Please secure your spot:👉 https://albertahealthservices.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_99D-HpWATEOX5MsVA1z9tA

EAPC 20th World Congress
2026-05-14 - 2026-05-16 | Prague, Czech Republic, Prague, Czech Republic

Atlas CareMap Series: Helping Caregivers Map Their Care Connections
2026-05-19 06:30 - 08:00 | Virtual
Caregivers are at the heart of our health system, yet too many are navigating their role without the support they need. By mapping out their networks, we can begin to identify strengths, uncover gaps, and have more meaningful conversations about support.
Join us for an upcoming workshop to learn more about Atlas CareMaps, a simple, visual approach to understanding caregiver networks. Presented with support from the Rexall Care Network, this workshop will explore how CareMaps work and how they can spark clearer conversations about connection, awareness, and the realities caregivers face every day. You will also gain practical ways to introduce CareMaps in your own organization or community.
All Atlas CareMap workshops offer the same training, so you can choose the session date and time that work best for you:

May 19, 2026, from 9:30–11 a.m. ET | Register here
