The Serious Illness Conversation Guide (SICG) is a validated, evidence-based tool that is known to improve experiences of clinicians, patients and caregivers while navigated a serious illness. Less is known about how to implement this guide into everyday practice, and about how to work with […]

Date(s): March 6, 2024 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM ET March 7, 2024 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM ET Location: Virtual Delivery, Online, Ontario Fee:  $425 for physicians $295 for non-physicians $175 for personal care aides Facilitators: Amy Archer Lawrence Lee Note:  Before you enroll in this session, please ensure you have enough time to complete 3 […]

REGISTER HERE This one-credit-per-hour Group Learning program meets the certification criteria of the College of Family Physicians of Canada and has been certified by the Continuing Education and Professional Development Office at NOSM University for up to 2 Mainpro+ credit(s).

Register Here Following the Domain 5 module on Learning Hub, this session learners will reflect on the importance of ensuring their care aligns with the patient’s goals of care. They will also be introduced to three key aspects of what a care plan for someone with a life-limiting illness should include and apply these to a […]

The Palliative Care Journal Watch is an ongoing series led by subject matter experts from McMaster University, Queen’s University, McGill University, University of Toronto, University of Manitoba, University of Calgary, University of Alberta and Hadassah-Hebrew University Medical Center in Israel. Sessions explore key topics in the latest palliative care literature, with a focus on practice […]

Join us for an insightful webinar as we delve into the world of psilocybin, examining its rich historical roots, precise definitions, and current gaps and limitations in palliative care. Our expert speakers will navigate the intricate legalities and regulations surrounding psilocybin use in the context of palliative patients, shedding light on its potential as a […]

Our most pressing challenges in healthcare require focused, constructive discussions. Sharing openly and listening to diverse perspectives and experiences. At Healthcare Excellence Canada, we’ve developed the Spotlight Series to do just that. The pandemic strained an already overburdened health system. The mental well-being of the workforce, and thus the quality and safety of care, are impacted. Supporting […]

Register Here Following the Domain 6 module on Learning Hub, this session will address the assumption that loss, grief and bereavement are thought of as a “linear” experience. This session aims to help you identify that people experience grief differently and explore ways to support grief and loss for both patients and their families through a case […]

Presentation Synopsis: The topic of dreams and visions of the deceased has been surprisingly overlooked in academic literature, which has hindered the support for the bereaved and those at end-of-life. This talk will explore the recent literature on dreams and visions of the deceased throughout the lifespan. Presenter’s Biography: Joshua Black, PhD, Grief and Bereavement […]

The Annual Assembly of Hospice and Palliative Care, presented by the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM) and the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA), is a 3-day event that brings together more than 3,400 of your colleagues and peers to share research, clinical best practices, and practice-related guidance to advance the specialty and […]

                This session will focus on communication skills that will enhance the quality of conversations about serious illnesses, as well as insights from essential discussions in palliative care and the skills needed to advance conversations about care planning. Presenter: Dr. Stéfanie Gingras REGISTER HERE