As serious illness advances or the body declines with age, there are key signs indicating that death is near. Timely recognition of these changes by home care providers enables prompt symptom management, ensures comfort, and helps guide families through emotional and practical preparations. In this ECHO session, Dr. Doris Barwich, palliative care physician, will explore […]

Palliative Care Education Session: New Framework for Adults with IDD Speaker: Janet Elder Learning Objectives: Outline the key elements of the new palliative care framework for individuals with IDD. Use the framework to identify palliative care needs in patients with IDD. Apply the framework and resources address the palliative care needs of patients with IDD. […]

Join the BC Centre for Palliative Care for the next session in their All Together ECHO series, “Empowering Palliative Patients and Families in BC: A Unique Palliative Navigation Program.” This volunteer-based program has supported palliative patients and families from the Ismaili Community in the Lower Mainland since 2017. Afzal Mangalji will share the team’s key experiences […]

Designed to enhance the human side of healthcare, this 3-day workshop focuses on the role and application of dignity in all aspects of clinical practice. The research, assessment tools, and clinical applications of dignity conserving care will be examined during Day 1, while Day 2 and Day 3 provide a detailed look at the clinical […]

Staying up to date on the latest and greatest in peer-reviewed palliative care research can be challenging. Let the Journal Watch do it for you! Join Dr. José Pereira, Dr. Leonie Herx, and special guests as they explore the most recent releases in palliative care literature, with an emphasis on practice change and system design. […]

This award is for the best scholarly project by a resident enrolled in a palliative medicine residency program. More details to come!

    Dr. Jane Poulson Lecture: Dignity, Personhood and Intensive Caring: New Insights into Patient Suffering Join Dr. Harvey Max Chochinov in this upcoming session of the McGill Palliative Care National Grand Rounds Programme as he explores the complex interplay between dignity, personhood, and intensive caring in the context of patient suffering. Drawing on decades […]

Many long-term care homes have rates of potentially inappropriate antipsychotic use well above Canada’s new 15% target. These rates are measured using CIHI’s quality indicator, but understanding what counts as “potentially inappropriate,” as well as the inclusion and exclusion criteria, can be challenging. Join the Appropriate Use Coalition on September 18 from 12-1 p.m. ET for a deep dive into your questions about […]

Designed to enhance the human side of healthcare, this 3-day workshop focuses on the role and application of dignity in all aspects of clinical practice. The research, assessment tools, and clinical applications of dignity conserving care will be examined during Day 1, while Day 2 and Day 3 provide a detailed look at the clinical […]

Collaboration across the health care system is at the heart of high-quality palliative care. This community of practice brings together clinicians, allied health professionals, and other health care professionals from across disciplines to deepen knowledge, share experiences, and strengthen team-based care. Take part in the upcoming session, "Communication Access in Palliative Care," to learn more about […]

Palliative Care in Rheumatic Diseases: Where does the end begin, and why does it matter? PRESENTERS: Dr. Adam Amlani, MD, FRCPC IM/Rheumatology Dr. Alexandra Saltman, B.A. (Hons) MD FRCPC At the end of this session, participants will be able to: Advocate for integrated Rheumatology and Palliative Care so as to improve outcomes in patients with advanced systemic […]

We are pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 2025 SimKIDS Simulation Symposium, with both in-person and virtual access available for broader participation. Gear up for a full day of keynote presentations, applied sessions, and cross-disciplinary exchange. Sign up today!

The North Simcoe Muskoka Hospice Palliative Care Network invites you to join their upcoming session exploring the importance of applying a palliative approach to serious mental illness. Presenters: Julie Leighton-Phelps, RN, BSCN, CHPCN, Palliative Pain and Symptom Management Consultant, North Simcoe Muskoka Hospice Palliative Care Network Chantal Byrnes-Leadbeater, RN BSCN AWCCP, Clinical Educator, Waypoint Centre for […]

The Montreal Institute for Palliative Care invites you to the next session in their Community of Practice Series for Home Healthcare Professionals: “Invisible Suffering: Grief Among Healthcare Professionals Working in Palliative Care.” Led by Dr. Marie Solange Bernatchez, Ph.D., this session will raise awareness among professionals working in palliative care about the repeated experiences of grief […]

        The UBCO Nav-CARE team in collaboration with United Way BC, are hosting an engaging conversation that explores two innovative community-based programs: Nav-CARE (a volunteer delivered initiative) and Community Connectors. The session will feature a discussion between leaders from both programs, offering insights into their unique approaches, shared goals, and opportunities to […]

For this Indigenous Education Series, Dr. Aldred will provide an overview of the topic of Indigenous women and the factors that help keep us well and the impacts of colonialism. She will weave her own story while sharing key findings and recommendations pertinent to the practice of medicine. Please note, this is not an accredited event. Free […]

Critical care units provide lifesaving care working within resource-intensive environments. With the need for single-use supplies, specialized equipment and medications, how can we support environmentally sustainable solutions in these settings without compromising the complex demands of patient care? Join Choosing Wisely Canada and the Canadian Medical Association for Climate Rounds on October 1 at 12 p.m. ET. Experts will discuss […]

Join us to explore the “Essential Elements of a Palliative Approach in Long-Term Care,” created by a collaborative group of experts in long-term care from all regional health authorities, the BC Ministry of Health, and leadership from affiliated care homes, and published by the BC Centre for Palliative Care in January 2025. This event is […]