Events for Health-Care Professionals

The team at BCCPC has gathered links to education events designed for Health Care Providers caring for people affected by life-limiting illness. The events are not created or endorsed by BCCPC unless stated in the description.

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  • CPCNA Town Hall: Rituals for Coping

    Event hosted by: Canadian Palliative Care Nursing Association The general topic for this Town Hall will be about the Stresses and Successes of living with COVID-19 personally and professionally. Rituals for Coping We have just passed the one-year mark of living with COVID-19. Regardless of where we live in Canada, we are all hoping for light […]

  • Webinar: Guide Training Adaptations for Remote & Hybrid Work

    Event hosted by: Ariadne Labs Join us to learn about three different models for adapting the Serious Illness Care Conversation Guide Training to meet the needs of remote and hybrid work environments.  As remote and hybrid work became more prevalent over the last year, systems implementing the Serious Illness Care Program rapidly transitioned the in-person […]

  • CPCNA Webinar: Celebrating pioneers in palliative care nursing: past and present

    Event hosted by:​ Canadian Palliative Care Nursing Association (CPCNA) Event cost: FREE for Members $40 for non-Members There is limited capacity so register early! CPCNA is pleased to present Marie Cooper RN BSc MSc,  Project Lead at St Christopher’s Hospice (UK) who will be speaking to us on Tuesday, May 25th, 2021 at 1200-1300 (EST). […]

  • Webinar Series: Addressing our grief associated with COVID

    Event hosted by: This series of webinars is brought to you through a partnership between Life & Death Matters Inc.,  Hospice Palliative Care Ontario (HPCO) and Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association. These webinars are for Personal Support Workers, Health Care Assistants, and Continuing Care Assistants, and will be beneficial for everyone supporting people with life-limiting and life-threatening illness. We have […]

  • The role of nurses in equity-oriented palliative care

    Event hosted by: CPCNA Registration: FREE for Members $40 for non-Members There is limited capacity so register early! CPCNA is pleased to present Dan Grover, RN, BN, BSc  and Kelli Stajduhar, RN, PhD, FCAHS, FCAN who will be speaking to us on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at 9-10am While increasingly recognized as a human right, […]

  • Webinar Series: Fatigue, burnout, and resilience

    Event hosted by: Life & Death Matters Inc.,  Hospice Palliative Care Ontario (HPCO) and Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association. These webinars are for Personal Support Workers, Health Care Assistants, and Continuing Care Assistants, and will be beneficial for everyone supporting people with life-limiting and life-threatening illness. During this past year, many PSWs have experienced fatigue, burnout and exhaustion. […]

  • Kids Grief Q and A

    Event hosted by: Canadian Virtual Hospice Event cost: Free Andrea Warnick, children's grief therapist answers your questions. To stay informed about the date and time of upcoming webinars and to receive webinar links and recordings  click here    

    Free

  • Webinar Series: What to say when you don’t know what to say

    Event hosted by:  Life & Death Matters Inc.,  Hospice Palliative Care Ontario (HPCO) and Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association. These webinars are for Personal Support Workers, Health Care Assistants, and Continuing Care Assistants, and will be beneficial for everyone supporting people with life-limiting and life-threatening illness. “My biggest fear is not knowing what to say…” “What is someone […]

  • Webinar Series: “But they’re not palliative yet!”

    Event hosted by:  Life & Death Matters Inc.,  Hospice Palliative Care Ontario (HPCO) and Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association. These webinars are for Personal Support Workers, Health Care Assistants, and Continuing Care Assistants, and will be beneficial for everyone supporting people with life-limiting and life-threatening illness. Time to address the myths of palliative care! Learn how integrating a palliative […]

  • Webinar Series: Help for the Holidays!

    Event hosted by: Life & Death Matters Inc.,  Hospice Palliative Care Ontario (HPCO) and Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association. These webinars are for Personal Support Workers, Health Care Assistants, and Continuing Care Assistants, and will be beneficial for everyone supporting people with life-limiting and life-threatening illness. The holidays can be a particularly difficult time for people who have […]

    Free

  • Palliative Pharmacy Care Course

    online

    Pharmacists are integral members of the multi-disciplinary team delivering palliative care to those facing life-threatening illness, including at the end of life. As more patients wish to remain at home for the end of life, pharmacists are increasingly called upon to contribute expertise in palliative care pharmacy outside of institutional settings. This course, specially designed […]

  • Palliative Care Education & Research Conference, Covenant Health Alberta

    online

    This year's theme is Personalized Palliative Care: Caring for People & Communities, Honouring people where they are at. This conference is a virtual event online, and registration is open through Covenant Health Alberta's event website. Ensuring that the needs and wishes of each person with a life-limiting illness and their family are understood.​ Learn about […]

  • Living with Grief: Adjusting to Life after Loss (in-person, Victoria BC)

    Victoria Hospice Community Support Centre 102-4450 Chatterton Way, Victoria, BC, Canada

    A one-time, interactive workshop covering the basics of grief and mourning, and ways to cope for those who are bereaved following the death of a loved one. This is an interactive workshop that encourages sharing from participants while learning about different ideas around grief and mourning. The workshop is free of charge. Visit the event […]

  • Journal Club: “The Future of Palliative Care? Overview of the Current Research on Artificial Intelligence in Palliative Care” (The Division of Palliative Care UBC 2023/2024 Educational Rounds)

    Journal Club with Dr. Tamara O'Shea: "The Future of Palliative Care? Overview of the Current Research on Artificial Intelligence in Palliative Care" The Division of Palliative is excited to present the 2023/2024 Educational Rounds schedule. Dr. Matthieu Hubert is the Educational Rounds Lead and reviews feedback from each rounds to develop and book in speakers […]

  • Case Rounds: “Palliative Care in LTC” (The Division of Palliative Care UBC 2023/2024 Educational Rounds)

    Case Rounds with Dr. Caroline Baldwin: "Palliative Care in LTC" The Division of Palliative is excited to present the 2023/2024 Educational Rounds schedule. Dr. Matthieu Hubert is the Educational Rounds Lead and reviews feedback from each rounds to develop and book in speakers and topics for upcoming sessions. To sign up for Educational Rounds meetings, […]

  • Journal Club (The Division of Palliative Care UBC 2023/2024 Educational Rounds)

    Journal Club with Dr. Elizabeth Berry (details TBA) The Division of Palliative is excited to present the 2023/2024 Educational Rounds schedule. Dr. Matthieu Hubert is the Educational Rounds Lead and reviews feedback from each rounds to develop and book in speakers and topics for upcoming sessions. To sign up for Educational Rounds meetings, access slides […]

  • Hospice Education Days 2023, BC Hospice Palliative Care Association

    Tigh- Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort and Conference Centre Parksville, BC, Canada

    Hospice Education Days 2023 Join the Vancouver Island Hospice Federation (VIHoF) in partnership with the BC Hospice Palliative Care Association (BCHPCA) and the Fraser Federation of Hospices for a dynamic and collaborative 2 days of education, training and knowledge transfer to improve the quality of care for patients and families facing serious illness and suffering from grief and bereavement. The event will focus on promoting wellness […]

  • Case Rounds: “Coaching in the Context of CBME” (The Division of Palliative Care UBC 2023/2024 Educational Rounds)

    Case Rounds with Dr. Rose Hatala: "Coaching in the Context of CBME" The Division of Palliative is excited to present the 2023/2024 Educational Rounds schedule. Dr. Matthieu Hubert is the Educational Rounds Lead and reviews feedback from each rounds to develop and book in speakers and topics for upcoming sessions. To sign up for Educational […]

  • UBC Division of Palliative Care CME Day 2023 – Virtual Conference

    online

    UBC Division of Palliative Care CME Day 2023 Virtual Conference Date: Friday, November 17, 2023 Supporting patients as a whole-person remains at the forefront of palliative approach to care. This year, the focus is on palliative care of the mind and alleviation of psychological suffering through the use of cutting edge therapy and treatments. Don't […]

  • Journal Club (The Division of Palliative Care UBC 2023/2024 Educational Rounds)

    Journal Club with Dr. Emily Wilkerson (details TBA) The Division of Palliative is excited to present the 2023/2024 Educational Rounds schedule. Dr. Matthieu Hubert is the Educational Rounds Lead and reviews feedback from each rounds to develop and book in speakers and topics for upcoming sessions. To sign up for Educational Rounds meetings, access slides […]

  • “Dementia Care for clients and Families – A Palliative Approach” Webinar, Winter Lunch & Learn Series

    online

    Each year, BCHPCA organizes two Lunch and Learn Series, providing a diverse range of educational sessions for both its members and the general public. Given the themes and topics covered, this webinar series can benefit not just the hospice palliative care community but also individuals working in charitable, non-profit, public, and private sector organizations, including […]

  • “Dementia Care for clients and Families – A Palliative Approach” Webinar, Winter Lunch & Learn Series

    online

    Each year, BCHPCA organizes two Lunch and Learn Series, providing a diverse range of educational sessions for both its members and the general public. Given the themes and topics covered, this webinar series can benefit not just the hospice palliative care community but also individuals working in charitable, non-profit, public, and private sector organizations, including […]

  • “Dementia Care for clients and Families – A Palliative Approach” Webinar, Winter Lunch & Learn Series

    online

    Each year, BCHPCA organizes two Lunch and Learn Series, providing a diverse range of educational sessions for both its members and the general public. Given the themes and topics covered, this webinar series can benefit not just the hospice palliative care community but also individuals working in charitable, non-profit, public, and private sector organizations, including […]

  • “Dementia Care for clients and Families – A Palliative Approach” Webinar, Winter Lunch & Learn Series

    online

    Each year, BCHPCA organizes two Lunch and Learn Series, providing a diverse range of educational sessions for both its members and the general public. Given the themes and topics covered, this webinar series can benefit not just the hospice palliative care community but also individuals working in charitable, non-profit, public, and private sector organizations, including […]

  • Case Rounds: “Trauma-Informed Care” (The Division of Palliative Care UBC 2023/2024 Educational Rounds)

    Case Rounds with Dr. Dilshaan Panjwani: "The Future of Palliative Care? Overview of the Current Research on Artificial Intelligence in Palliative Care" The Division of Palliative is excited to present the 2023/2024 Educational Rounds schedule. Dr. Matthieu Hubert is the Educational Rounds Lead and reviews feedback from each rounds to develop and book in speakers […]

  • Case Rounds: “Trauma-Informed Care” (The Division of Palliative Care UBC 2023/2024 Educational Rounds)

    Case Rounds with Dr. Dilshaan Panjwan: "Trauma-Informed Care" The Division of Palliative is excited to present the 2023/2024 Educational Rounds schedule. Dr. Matthieu Hubert is the Educational Rounds Lead and reviews feedback from each rounds to develop and book in speakers and topics for upcoming sessions. To sign up for Educational Rounds meetings, access slides […]

  • Journal Club (The Division of Palliative Care UBC 2023/2024 Educational Rounds)

    Journal Club with Dr. Emily Nguyen (details TBA) The Division of Palliative is excited to present the 2023/2024 Educational Rounds schedule. Dr. Matthieu Hubert is the Educational Rounds Lead and reviews feedback from each rounds to develop and book in speakers and topics for upcoming sessions. To sign up for Educational Rounds meetings, access slides […]

  • Case Rounds (The Division of Palliative Care UBC 2023/2024 Educational Rounds)

    Case Rounds: details TBA The Division of Palliative is excited to present the 2023/2024 Educational Rounds schedule. Dr. Matthieu Hubert is the Educational Rounds Lead and reviews feedback from each rounds to develop and book in speakers and topics for upcoming sessions. To sign up for Educational Rounds meetings, access slides or recordings, or to […]

  • Palliative Care Pharmacy

    online

    ONLINE HEALTH PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - Developed in partnership between Victoria Hospice and Continuing Studies at the University of Victoria. Learners will acquire the specialized knowledge and skills to support patients and families as well as other members of the interprofessional team in providing palliative care. Topics include: The pharmacist’s role in a palliative care team […]

    495$

  • Case Rounds (The Division of Palliative Care UBC 2023/2024 Educational Rounds)

    Case Rounds: details TBA The Division of Palliative is excited to present the 2023/2024 Educational Rounds schedule. Dr. Matthieu Hubert is the Educational Rounds Lead and reviews feedback from each rounds to develop and book in speakers and topics for upcoming sessions. To sign up for Educational Rounds meetings, access slides or recordings, or to […]

  • Dehydration in Palliative Care

    online

    The Northern Health Palliative Care Consultation Team is pleased to offer education using the Project ECHO Model™ via Zoom. ECHO provides an opportunity for clinicians from all areas to connect and participate in case-based education with peers and palliative care experts. The ECHO Model: o Each session begins with introductions and a 15-20 minute didactic […]

  • Palliative Care Awareness: Bringing Hospice and Palliative Care to Home and Community

    Online/In-person

    Spring Lunch & Learn Webinar Series REGISTER FOR THIS FREE EVENT - IN PERSON SPACE IS LIMITED Virtual: March 18-20, 2024 from 11:30am – 12:30pm PST In-person: March 21 from 11:30am - 1:30am PST Join us for our biannual Lunch and Learn Series, hosted by BCHPCA for both members and the public, covering a wide array […]

  • Dying on the Streets: The Palliative Outreach Program

    online

    REGISTER Guest Presenter: Shelley Tysick Join us for this exciting webinar with Shelley Tysick, as she discusses her experiences as a RN supporting people living and dying on the streets of Victoria, B.C. As all communities are seeing increased numbers of people whose lives are in disarray, it is common to see individuals sleeping and […]

    Free

  • Project ECHO- Basic Sessions: Palliative Approach for End Stage Heart Failure

    online

    “All teach, all learn” The Northern Health Palliative Care Consultation Team is pleased to offer education using the Project ECHO Model™ via Zoom. ECHO provides an opportunity for clinicians from all areas to connect and participate in case-based education with peers and palliative care experts. The ECHO Model: Each session begins with introductions and a […]

  • McGill International Palliative Care Congress

    Palais des Congrès de Montréal 1001 Pl. Jean-Paul-Riopelle, Montreal, QB, Canada

    After a successful return in 2022, the McGill International Palliative Care Congress will be held at the Palais des Congrès de Montréal, from October 15-18, 2024. This major gathering of healthcare professionals and palliative care specialists from around the world has been hosted in Montréal every second year since 1976. The McGill International Congress offers […]