BC Centre for Palliative Care
@bc-cpc.bsky.social
We are a provincial organization established and funded by the BC Ministry of Health to accelerate the spread of best practices and innovations in palliative care.
Find updated tools and resources, including posters, infographics, videos and fact sheets to share with colleagues and other partners from Health Canada's palliative care awareness campaign: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/health-services-benefits/palliative-care/awareness-tools.html
December 4, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Find updated tools and resources, including posters, infographics, videos and fact sheets to share with colleagues and other partners from Health Canada's palliative care awareness campaign: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/health-services-benefits/palliative-care/awareness-tools.html
Join us to learn about the #SeriousIllnessConversations Program (SICP) Implementation toolkit pilot within a rural community in Interior Health: https://echo.zoom.us/meeting/register/hYrd457cQb2hHq4q4dVz6w
#ECHOpalliativeBC
#ECHOpalliativeBC
December 3, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Join us to learn about the #SeriousIllnessConversations Program (SICP) Implementation toolkit pilot within a rural community in Interior Health: https://echo.zoom.us/meeting/register/hYrd457cQb2hHq4q4dVz6w
#ECHOpalliativeBC
#ECHOpalliativeBC
Seeking projects that support people with serious illness, end of life, caregiving, or grief—especially in rural, remote, or Indigenous communities.
🗓️ Applications open now until December 31, 2025: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-cycle-6/
#SeedGrants #CompassionateCommunities
🗓️ Applications open now until December 31, 2025: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-cycle-6/
#SeedGrants #CompassionateCommunities
December 2, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Seeking projects that support people with serious illness, end of life, caregiving, or grief—especially in rural, remote, or Indigenous communities.
🗓️ Applications open now until December 31, 2025: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-cycle-6/
#SeedGrants #CompassionateCommunities
🗓️ Applications open now until December 31, 2025: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-cycle-6/
#SeedGrants #CompassionateCommunities
Updated Dyspnea Symptom Management Guideline: comprehensive evidence-based, practice-informed guidance for those caring for adults with dyspnea: https://bc-cpc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/12-BCPC-Clinical-Best-Practices-colour-Dyspnea.pdf
November 29, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Updated Dyspnea Symptom Management Guideline: comprehensive evidence-based, practice-informed guidance for those caring for adults with dyspnea: https://bc-cpc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/12-BCPC-Clinical-Best-Practices-colour-Dyspnea.pdf
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🚨ONLY 3 DAYS LEFT!
The Spectrum of Grief in Nursing event will address & explore the diverse & often unspoken experiences of grief across the nursing profession — spanning career stages, specialties & life circumstances — through a rich panel discussion.
Register: RNAO.ca/events/the-s...
The Spectrum of Grief in Nursing event will address & explore the diverse & often unspoken experiences of grief across the nursing profession — spanning career stages, specialties & life circumstances — through a rich panel discussion.
Register: RNAO.ca/events/the-s...
November 28, 2025 at 4:00 PM
🚨ONLY 3 DAYS LEFT!
The Spectrum of Grief in Nursing event will address & explore the diverse & often unspoken experiences of grief across the nursing profession — spanning career stages, specialties & life circumstances — through a rich panel discussion.
Register: RNAO.ca/events/the-s...
The Spectrum of Grief in Nursing event will address & explore the diverse & often unspoken experiences of grief across the nursing profession — spanning career stages, specialties & life circumstances — through a rich panel discussion.
Register: RNAO.ca/events/the-s...
Over five #SeedGrant cycles, BCCPC has supported 120 #CompassionateCommunities and reached tens of thousands of British Columbians.
Seed Grants Cycle 6 is now open until December 31, 2025: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-cycle-6/
#PalliativeCare
Seed Grants Cycle 6 is now open until December 31, 2025: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-cycle-6/
#PalliativeCare
November 28, 2025 at 1:46 AM
Over five #SeedGrant cycles, BCCPC has supported 120 #CompassionateCommunities and reached tens of thousands of British Columbians.
Seed Grants Cycle 6 is now open until December 31, 2025: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-cycle-6/
#PalliativeCare
Seed Grants Cycle 6 is now open until December 31, 2025: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-cycle-6/
#PalliativeCare
Join us and learn about the Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society's (PGHPCS) Home Hospice Program – a model of care that brings hospice support directly into the homes of those nearing the end of life: https://echo.zoom.us/meeting/register/nr_ukzthTbKWV2km6Wvl5A
#ECHOpalliativeBC
#ECHOpalliativeBC
November 26, 2025 at 11:14 PM
Join us and learn about the Prince George Hospice Palliative Care Society's (PGHPCS) Home Hospice Program – a model of care that brings hospice support directly into the homes of those nearing the end of life: https://echo.zoom.us/meeting/register/nr_ukzthTbKWV2km6Wvl5A
#ECHOpalliativeBC
#ECHOpalliativeBC
As interest in #AdvanceCarePlanning facilitator training continues to grow, we are doing our best to meet the demand. The next online training is January 29, February 5, February 12, 1-3 PM (PST)
For more information and to register, contact [email protected].
For more information and to register, contact [email protected].
November 24, 2025 at 11:04 PM
As interest in #AdvanceCarePlanning facilitator training continues to grow, we are doing our best to meet the demand. The next online training is January 29, February 5, February 12, 1-3 PM (PST)
For more information and to register, contact [email protected].
For more information and to register, contact [email protected].
Our #SeedGrants offer more than funding. Receive tailored coaching, access to #PalliativeCare experts & opportunities to connect and collaborate.
🗓️ Applications open now until December 31, 2025: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-cycle-6/
#CompassionateCommunities
🗓️ Applications open now until December 31, 2025: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-cycle-6/
#CompassionateCommunities
November 22, 2025 at 1:46 AM
Our #SeedGrants offer more than funding. Receive tailored coaching, access to #PalliativeCare experts & opportunities to connect and collaborate.
🗓️ Applications open now until December 31, 2025: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-cycle-6/
#CompassionateCommunities
🗓️ Applications open now until December 31, 2025: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-cycle-6/
#CompassionateCommunities
On this Children's Grief Awareness Day catch up on our past ECHO session, The Playful Art of Supporting Children with Grief: Using Play Therapy as a Way to Communicate: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/event/the-playful-art-of-supporting-children-with-grief-using-play-therapy-as-a-way-to-communicate/
November 20, 2025 at 6:08 PM
On this Children's Grief Awareness Day catch up on our past ECHO session, The Playful Art of Supporting Children with Grief: Using Play Therapy as a Way to Communicate: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/event/the-playful-art-of-supporting-children-with-grief-using-play-therapy-as-a-way-to-communicate/
A new publication is available in BMC Palliative Care, "The intersections of palliative care and homelessness in social policy: A content analysis of Canadian policy documents".
Read more: https://bmcpalliatcare.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12904-025-01866-4
Read more: https://bmcpalliatcare.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12904-025-01866-4
November 19, 2025 at 6:47 PM
A new publication is available in BMC Palliative Care, "The intersections of palliative care and homelessness in social policy: A content analysis of Canadian policy documents".
Read more: https://bmcpalliatcare.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12904-025-01866-4
Read more: https://bmcpalliatcare.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12904-025-01866-4
In November Centrepoint you'll find:
- Seed Grant funding application information
- Updated Dyspnea Symptom Management Guideline
- ACP training dates
- SIC facilitators confirmation
and more...
https://mailchi.mp/bc-cpc/centrepoint-november2025
- Seed Grant funding application information
- Updated Dyspnea Symptom Management Guideline
- ACP training dates
- SIC facilitators confirmation
and more...
https://mailchi.mp/bc-cpc/centrepoint-november2025
November 18, 2025 at 11:28 PM
In November Centrepoint you'll find:
- Seed Grant funding application information
- Updated Dyspnea Symptom Management Guideline
- ACP training dates
- SIC facilitators confirmation
and more...
https://mailchi.mp/bc-cpc/centrepoint-november2025
- Seed Grant funding application information
- Updated Dyspnea Symptom Management Guideline
- ACP training dates
- SIC facilitators confirmation
and more...
https://mailchi.mp/bc-cpc/centrepoint-november2025
Tomorrow is National Grief and Bereavement Day.
Find a wealth of resources to share via Health Canada in their #PalliativeCare hub to raise awareness in your community: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/health-services-benefits/palliative-care.html
#NationalGriefAndBereavementDay
Find a wealth of resources to share via Health Canada in their #PalliativeCare hub to raise awareness in your community: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/health-services-benefits/palliative-care.html
#NationalGriefAndBereavementDay
November 17, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Tomorrow is National Grief and Bereavement Day.
Find a wealth of resources to share via Health Canada in their #PalliativeCare hub to raise awareness in your community: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/health-services-benefits/palliative-care.html
#NationalGriefAndBereavementDay
Find a wealth of resources to share via Health Canada in their #PalliativeCare hub to raise awareness in your community: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/health-services-benefits/palliative-care.html
#NationalGriefAndBereavementDay
#SeedGrants Cycle 6 is now open!
Apply for up to $4,500 to continue successful #CompassionateCommunities programs, adapt existing services or launch new initiatives.
🗓️ Applications open now until December 31, 2025: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-cycle-6/
#PalliativeCare
Apply for up to $4,500 to continue successful #CompassionateCommunities programs, adapt existing services or launch new initiatives.
🗓️ Applications open now until December 31, 2025: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-cycle-6/
#PalliativeCare
November 17, 2025 at 5:54 PM
#SeedGrants Cycle 6 is now open!
Apply for up to $4,500 to continue successful #CompassionateCommunities programs, adapt existing services or launch new initiatives.
🗓️ Applications open now until December 31, 2025: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-cycle-6/
#PalliativeCare
Apply for up to $4,500 to continue successful #CompassionateCommunities programs, adapt existing services or launch new initiatives.
🗓️ Applications open now until December 31, 2025: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-cycle-6/
#PalliativeCare
Waking Experiences of the Deceased: From Bereavement to End of Life
Nov 25
This session explores moments when individuals report waking experiences of the deceased. Normalising these experiences can help reduce distress: https://echo.zoom.us/meeting/register/Q9-if5MwR26WEvBMn__IpA
#ECHOpalliativeBC
Nov 25
This session explores moments when individuals report waking experiences of the deceased. Normalising these experiences can help reduce distress: https://echo.zoom.us/meeting/register/Q9-if5MwR26WEvBMn__IpA
#ECHOpalliativeBC
November 12, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Waking Experiences of the Deceased: From Bereavement to End of Life
Nov 25
This session explores moments when individuals report waking experiences of the deceased. Normalising these experiences can help reduce distress: https://echo.zoom.us/meeting/register/Q9-if5MwR26WEvBMn__IpA
#ECHOpalliativeBC
Nov 25
This session explores moments when individuals report waking experiences of the deceased. Normalising these experiences can help reduce distress: https://echo.zoom.us/meeting/register/Q9-if5MwR26WEvBMn__IpA
#ECHOpalliativeBC
BCCPC has updated its Strategic Plan to 2029, marking an important step forward as we continue working together to make #PalliativeCare more accessible, equitable, and compassionate for everyone in #BritishColumbia.
Read the full report here: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/about-us/activities/
Read the full report here: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/about-us/activities/
November 7, 2025 at 8:18 PM
BCCPC has updated its Strategic Plan to 2029, marking an important step forward as we continue working together to make #PalliativeCare more accessible, equitable, and compassionate for everyone in #BritishColumbia.
Read the full report here: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/about-us/activities/
Read the full report here: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/about-us/activities/
Our Seed Grants Cycle 6 will open next week.
Find out more about previous cycles on our website: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-2/ and sign up to Centrepoint emails to be the first to know when applications open: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/centrepoint-2/
Find out more about previous cycles on our website: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-2/ and sign up to Centrepoint emails to be the first to know when applications open: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/centrepoint-2/
November 6, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Our Seed Grants Cycle 6 will open next week.
Find out more about previous cycles on our website: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-2/ and sign up to Centrepoint emails to be the first to know when applications open: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/centrepoint-2/
Find out more about previous cycles on our website: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/seed-grants-2/ and sign up to Centrepoint emails to be the first to know when applications open: https://www.bc-cpc.ca/centrepoint-2/
Men helping Men through Social Connection & Support
Nov 12
Learn about Men's Sheds of BC, a trailblazing organisation dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging amongst men and addressing social isolation & loneliness: https://echo.zoom.us/meeting/register/TuCX_Lj_RrOuw2KT76jLNA
#ECHOpalliativeBC
Nov 12
Learn about Men's Sheds of BC, a trailblazing organisation dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging amongst men and addressing social isolation & loneliness: https://echo.zoom.us/meeting/register/TuCX_Lj_RrOuw2KT76jLNA
#ECHOpalliativeBC
October 29, 2025 at 9:39 PM
Men helping Men through Social Connection & Support
Nov 12
Learn about Men's Sheds of BC, a trailblazing organisation dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging amongst men and addressing social isolation & loneliness: https://echo.zoom.us/meeting/register/TuCX_Lj_RrOuw2KT76jLNA
#ECHOpalliativeBC
Nov 12
Learn about Men's Sheds of BC, a trailblazing organisation dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging amongst men and addressing social isolation & loneliness: https://echo.zoom.us/meeting/register/TuCX_Lj_RrOuw2KT76jLNA
#ECHOpalliativeBC
No Fixed Address: The White Cart Memorial comes to Vancouver on November 13, 2025
Tickets & more info: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/no-fixed-address-the-white-cart-memorial-film-screening-tickets-1778222514409
Tickets & more info: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/no-fixed-address-the-white-cart-memorial-film-screening-tickets-1778222514409
October 23, 2025 at 10:59 PM
No Fixed Address: The White Cart Memorial comes to Vancouver on November 13, 2025
Tickets & more info: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/no-fixed-address-the-white-cart-memorial-film-screening-tickets-1778222514409
Tickets & more info: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/no-fixed-address-the-white-cart-memorial-film-screening-tickets-1778222514409
Grief & Bereavement: a South Asian perspective
🗓️ Oct 27
Be better equipped to support the South Asian community, with varied cultural practices & faiths, in a culturally sensitive manner: https://echo.zoom.us/meeting/register/Af2CJRQiR_6pq5-Qup1JCA
#GriefLiteracy #ECHOpalliativeBC
🗓️ Oct 27
Be better equipped to support the South Asian community, with varied cultural practices & faiths, in a culturally sensitive manner: https://echo.zoom.us/meeting/register/Af2CJRQiR_6pq5-Qup1JCA
#GriefLiteracy #ECHOpalliativeBC
October 23, 2025 at 1:13 AM
Grief & Bereavement: a South Asian perspective
🗓️ Oct 27
Be better equipped to support the South Asian community, with varied cultural practices & faiths, in a culturally sensitive manner: https://echo.zoom.us/meeting/register/Af2CJRQiR_6pq5-Qup1JCA
#GriefLiteracy #ECHOpalliativeBC
🗓️ Oct 27
Be better equipped to support the South Asian community, with varied cultural practices & faiths, in a culturally sensitive manner: https://echo.zoom.us/meeting/register/Af2CJRQiR_6pq5-Qup1JCA
#GriefLiteracy #ECHOpalliativeBC
Today marks the 20th anniversary of World Hospice and Palliative Care Day. The WHPCA is marking the day with the theme: "Achieving the Promise: Universal Access to Palliative Care."
Find out more: https://thewhpca.org/world-hospice-and-palliative-care-day/
#WHPCDay25 #PalliativeCare
Find out more: https://thewhpca.org/world-hospice-and-palliative-care-day/
#WHPCDay25 #PalliativeCare
October 11, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Today marks the 20th anniversary of World Hospice and Palliative Care Day. The WHPCA is marking the day with the theme: "Achieving the Promise: Universal Access to Palliative Care."
Find out more: https://thewhpca.org/world-hospice-and-palliative-care-day/
#WHPCDay25 #PalliativeCare
Find out more: https://thewhpca.org/world-hospice-and-palliative-care-day/
#WHPCDay25 #PalliativeCare
Watch No Fixed Address: The White Cart Memorial.
New Vancouver screening - November 13:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/no-fixed-address-the-white-cart-memorial-film-screening-tickets-1778222514409
#WorldHomelessDay #WorldMentalHealthDay
New Vancouver screening - November 13:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/no-fixed-address-the-white-cart-memorial-film-screening-tickets-1778222514409
#WorldHomelessDay #WorldMentalHealthDay
No Fixed Address: The White Cart Memorial Film Screening
Join us for a screening of the film No Fixed Address: The White Cart Memorial.
www.eventbrite.ca
October 10, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Watch No Fixed Address: The White Cart Memorial.
New Vancouver screening - November 13:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/no-fixed-address-the-white-cart-memorial-film-screening-tickets-1778222514409
#WorldHomelessDay #WorldMentalHealthDay
New Vancouver screening - November 13:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/no-fixed-address-the-white-cart-memorial-film-screening-tickets-1778222514409
#WorldHomelessDay #WorldMentalHealthDay
Your new-look October Centrepoint is now out! 🎃
Including:
- Our New Strategic Plan
- All about our new documentary: No Fixed Address: The White Cart Memorial
- Updated Pain Symptom Management Guideline
🗓️ upcoming event dates you need to know.
https://mailchi.mp/bc-cpc/centrepoint-october2025
Including:
- Our New Strategic Plan
- All about our new documentary: No Fixed Address: The White Cart Memorial
- Updated Pain Symptom Management Guideline
🗓️ upcoming event dates you need to know.
https://mailchi.mp/bc-cpc/centrepoint-october2025
October 10, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Your new-look October Centrepoint is now out! 🎃
Including:
- Our New Strategic Plan
- All about our new documentary: No Fixed Address: The White Cart Memorial
- Updated Pain Symptom Management Guideline
🗓️ upcoming event dates you need to know.
https://mailchi.mp/bc-cpc/centrepoint-october2025
Including:
- Our New Strategic Plan
- All about our new documentary: No Fixed Address: The White Cart Memorial
- Updated Pain Symptom Management Guideline
🗓️ upcoming event dates you need to know.
https://mailchi.mp/bc-cpc/centrepoint-october2025
On National Children's Hospice Palliative Care Day, CHCPA invite families, healthcare providers, & caregivers to #ShareYourJourney. Submit yours to help raise awareness, foster connection, & shape a more inclusive & equitable future for care in Canada: https://www.chpca.ca/advocacy/share-your-story/
October 9, 2025 at 5:42 PM
On National Children's Hospice Palliative Care Day, CHCPA invite families, healthcare providers, & caregivers to #ShareYourJourney. Submit yours to help raise awareness, foster connection, & shape a more inclusive & equitable future for care in Canada: https://www.chpca.ca/advocacy/share-your-story/
This Saturday October 11, organisations around the world take part in an annual unified day of action to celebrate and support hospice and #PalliativeCare: World Hospice and Palliative Care Day.
Find out more and join: https://thewhpca.org/world-hospice-and-palliative-care-day/about-2/
#WHPCDay25
Find out more and join: https://thewhpca.org/world-hospice-and-palliative-care-day/about-2/
#WHPCDay25
October 7, 2025 at 5:33 PM
This Saturday October 11, organisations around the world take part in an annual unified day of action to celebrate and support hospice and #PalliativeCare: World Hospice and Palliative Care Day.
Find out more and join: https://thewhpca.org/world-hospice-and-palliative-care-day/about-2/
#WHPCDay25
Find out more and join: https://thewhpca.org/world-hospice-and-palliative-care-day/about-2/
#WHPCDay25