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BC Centre for Palliative Care

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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.

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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
We are looking for a new team member! With our collaborative team, you'll conduct research projects and provide support for research, evaluation and knowledge translation activities. www.bc-cpc.ca/about-us/car...
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we recognise the traumatic legacy of the residential school system. Full message in the image below. #TruthAndReconciliation #NationalDayForTruthAndReconciliation #OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
What's new this month? 🍁 Our September CentrePoint newsletter features a new publication, training opportunities, research participation calls, partner news, and a social media specialist job posting. Check it out: mailchi.mp/bc-cpc/centrepoint-septe…
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Call for study participants: Balancing employment with unpaid care for adults. Employment and Social Development Canada has launched a qualitative research project examining the experiences of employed caregivers. For more information, contact Kathleen Piovesan, Kathleen.piovesan@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca.
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
We are seeking a creative and strategic Social Media Specialist to help raise awareness of our resources, share the stories behind our work, engage diverse audiences, and amplify important conversations about palliative care: www.bc-cpc.ca/about-us/careers
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Frontline workers responding to BC's overdose public health emergency can experience moral injury, cumulative trauma & complex grief. Learn how PHSA's Mobile Response Team provides psychosocial support to those navigating these challenges zoom.us/meeting/register/tqMSZbcTSm…
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
On Sept 10, join us to explore how Greater Trail Hospice demonstrates a palliative approach to care through volunteer-based programs, innovative education initiatives, and community collaborations. Register: zoom.us/meeting/register/D31MUAJ-Tv… #ECHOpalliativeBC
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Surrey Community Action Team is hosting a screening of the film #NoFixedAddress: The #WhiteCart Memorial on Monday, August 31st, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Find more information and sign up here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc…
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
We're excited to share a new publication from our team members, exploring frontline clinician perspectives on implementing Serious Illness Conversations and identifying the factors that help integrate these important conversations in... journals.sagepub.com/doi/epub/10.11…
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Our first #LongTermCare (LTC) ECHO series was a huge success! Over 200 people attended, and 90% said they learned new things to apply to their practice. You can catch up with the session recordings here: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTKN… #ECHOpalliativeBC
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Modern Palliative Care in the Emergency Room: What #ThePitt Gets Us Talking About Join physician Dr. Dave Williscroft as he shares real-world insights from his work in emergency and palliative care. Aug 20, 12:00 PM: zoom.us/meeting/register/JvKeuwuSSV… #ECHOpalliativeBC
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Call for study participants to evaluate our free, online, self-directed course, Navigating Grief and Bereavement in the Context of Homelessness: a Guide for Community Support Workers. If you are interested in taking part in this study please email jblack@bc-cpc.ca.
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
People experiencing homelessness experience a disproportionately high burden of cancer & face barriers in accessing treatment. On Aug 12, explore the role of caregivers, outreach providers, & health systems in advancing more equitable access: zoom.us/meeting/register/YKy2yYyRRk…
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Caregiving in contexts of homelessness can challenge common assumptions about who caregivers are and how they support others. On Aug 11, explore research findings and practical ways to better see, engage, & support caregivers: zoom.us/meeting/register/4zXvV9vzRi…
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
You know about the screenings of No Fixed Address: The White Cart Memorial, but you may not know how showing a film can ripple across a community. Read how Nelson, BC grew movements and connections: www.bc-cpc.ca/nelsons-experience-wi…
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Grief in #LTC is ongoing across the care community. This session blends lived experiences, research insights, & practical strategies to help care homes recognize, normalize, & respond to #Grief with compassion. 🗓️ July 30: zoom.us/meeting/register/PAwRzZt9Tf… #ECHOpalliativeBC
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
"…they had a place they could gather and grieve together… that they are loved, valued, and equal human beings." No Fixed Address: The White Cart Memorial is now available to watch for free: vimeo.com/1120240039 #NoFixedAddress #WhiteCart #Grief #Bereavement #Homelessness
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
We all need a place to grieve but for people experiencing #Homelessness, spaces for remembrance are rare. Find out how the #WhiteCart Memorial helped a community in Kelowna grieve: vimeo.com/1120240039 #NoFixedAddress #Grief #Bereavement #Unhoused
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Job opportunity - #CommunityEngagement Specialist - #AdvanceCarePlanning Adaptation For Adults with Developmental Disabilities This is a part-time (.6 FTE) term position until May 2027. 🗓️ Application deadline: June 28: www.bc-cpc.ca/about-us/careers #JobOpportunity #RemoteJobs
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
In BC, more than 25,000 people experience #Homelessness each year—many with no place to grieve quietly, privately, or safely. Rethink what #Grief #Bereavement support looks like, and who it's built for with #NoFixedAddress: The #WhiteCart Memorial: vimeo.com/1120240039
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
#Grief is something we all experience. But for some, it changes everything. 45% of participants in our Kelowna study connected a death in their life to the moment their life "fell apart" and they became #Homeless. Watch the #NoFixedAddress: The #WhiteCart Memorial now: vimeo.com/1120240039
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
No Fixed Address: The White Cart Memorial is a newly released documentary exploring #Grief, #Homelessness, and the importance of community remembrance. After screenings across BC, the film will be publicly released for free on June 22. Stay tuned. #NoFixedAddress #Bereavement #PalliativeCare
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
June's CentrePoint highlights our work advancing palliative care outcomes data, upcoming ACP facilitator training, the public release of No Fixed Address, and a call for hospice staff & volunteers to participate in grief support research: mailchi.mp/bc-cpc/centrepoint-june2…
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Dementia caregiving is shaped by ongoing and anticipatory grief, with families facing repeated losses before end of life. This session will cover the resulting challenging discussions and offer practical strategies to help caregivers: zoom.us/meeting/register/euR31TFVTq…
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
As illness progresses for older adults with frailty & #dementia, families need support with uncertainty & decisions. Dr. Trevor Janz shares compassionate conversations to align care with values. 🗓️ June 17th Register: zoom.us/meeting/register/3Sbc8d1MSZ… #ECHOpalliativeBC
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Person-centered pain management is a palliative essential in #LTC, as untreated pain causes significant distress and reduces quality of life. Join our ECHO session to explore pain strategies and goal-aligned care: zoom.us/meeting/register/e2DsE1j1Qk… #ECHOpalliativeBC
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
On June 9, join Comox Valley Hospice Society to learn about their diverse & equitable programs & how they have established multi‑sector partnerships and collaborations to strengthen connections in their community. Register: zoom.us/meeting/register/XUaOrYC1TM… #ECHOpalliativeBC
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
This ECHO session focuses on goals-of-care conversations in long-term care—understanding what matters most to residents, exploring options, and preparing for expected changes, including end-of-life care. Register: zoom.us/meeting/register/rUy28Q6rQ3… #LTC #ECHOpalliativeBC
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Our May Centrepoint newsletter is here! Announcing our new long-term care resources and curriculum, highlights from Advance Care Planning Day, plus grants, events, and upcoming learning sessions. Read the full newsletter: mailchi.mp/bc-cpc/centrepoint-may20… #PalliativeCare
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
May is #NationalCaregiverMonth and we're highlighting the importance of support for caregiver #grief, with this clip from past ECHO session 'Walking Through Grief Together: Supporting Family Caregivers Through the Transition to Healing'. Full video here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=tr9MQrAHUbQ&
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Announcing a new (free) provincial curriculum for the integration of a #PalliativeApproach in #LongTermCare in BC. 5 short online courses, a result of a province-wide collaboration of experts: learninghub.phsa.ca/Courses/37277/b…
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
#LongTermCare teams can be a bridge connecting residents and families to community #Grief and #Bereavement supports. Take a moment to reflect: How can I support the resident and their family in the last days and into bereavement? #NHPCW
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Care focuses on recognizing and relieving symptoms early. Addressing comfort is a key aspect of a #PalliativeApproach to care aligned with the resident's values & goals for their comfort, functionality, & well-being. Reflect: How do I recognize & respond to symptoms early? #NHPCW #LongTermCare
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Goals of care conversations start with everyday moments. Conversations with residents & families about what matters most to them help guide decision-making in #LongTermCare. Take a moment to reflect: What are the times when a resident would benefit from a #GoalsOfCare conversation? #NHPCW
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
In #LongTermCare, declining health is expected. Proactive #CarePlanning helps prepare residents and families for changes, ensuring care reflects their values and preferences. Now reflect: How can I support residents to live well today while also planning ahead? #NHPCW #PalliativeApproach
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
A #PalliativeApproach isn't only about the final days. It's about integrating comfort, planning, and conversations from the time a person moves into #LongTermCare. Take a moment to reflect: How can I provide a palliative approach in my role? Where do I want to build more confidence? #NHPCW
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Why should a #PalliativeApproach be part of everyday care in #LongTermCare settings, and not just at end of life? In this video, Kathleen reflects on her experiences. This week, during #NHPCW, we're inviting you to pause, reflect, & explore this question.
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Join us to learn how community-minded partners are building a dementia-inclusive culture to help reduce stigma, raise awareness and empowering supports for people living with early dementia to age in place. Register: zoom.us/meeting/register/UMpLC1koTN… #ECHOpalliativeBC
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
ICYMI - In case you missed it, April's Centrepoint is now available here: mailchi.mp/bc-cpc/centrepoint-april… Be the first to know the latest news when you subscribe: www.bc-cpc.ca/centrepoint-2
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
New publication: The COVID-19 pandemic forced healthcare providers to look at new ways to provide care like never before, including phone and video platforms. A new publication looks at the experience of using these methods: journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/26…
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Learn how to integrate a palliative approach in long‑term care from move‑in, with a focus on what matters most to residents and families, care planning, and new Palliative Essentials education for #LTC staff. May 7, 12-1pm zoom.us/meeting/register/vgVNe8UnQ2… #ECHOpalliativeBC
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
Join Jess Holtslander as she shares on neurodivergence, grief & bereavement, from her experience providing neurodivergent-affirming #grief and loss counselling, working mostly with Autistic/ADHD adults who are late- or self-diagnosed: zoom.us/meeting/register/PPE78R43RR…
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
Who would you trust to make your health and personal care decisions? How would they know what you want? Today is Advance Care Planning Day in Canada. Find stories to inspire and resources to make the process clearer on our ACP Day hub: www.bc-cpc.ca/acp-day #AdvanceCarePlanning #ACPDay
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Sarb Basra explains why Advance Care Planning is essential (in Punjabi) on @redfmvancouver: vancouver.redfm.ca/why-is-advance-c… Get our #ACPDay resources in English, Hindi, Punjabi, Simplified & Traditional Chinese: www.bc-cpc.ca/acp/#Downloadable
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
As we prepare for #AdvanceCarePlanning Day, we are encouraging organizations across BC to share our Advance Care Planning resources with their communities Find out how to get started, stories to inspire and resources to make the process clearer on our #ACPDay hub: www.bc-cpc.ca/acp-day
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Not everyone has equal access to palliative and end-of-life care. This #ACPDay, share these resources specific to 2SLGBTQ+, Indigenous, & vulnerably housed populations: www.bc-cpc.ca/acp/population-specif…. We will be expanding this list in 2026. #AdvanceCarePlanning
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
A Representation Agreement is a legal document in which you name someone to make personal-care and health-care decisions for you, if you can't make them on your own. Find resources in English, Punjabi, Hindi, Traditional & Simplified Chinese: www.bc-cpc.ca/acp/?_page=2#Download… #ACPDay
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Yesterday we covered how Substitute Decision Makers are appointed – but what if you have been asked to be one? Our downloadable resources tell you everything you need to know: www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/individ… #AdvanceCarePlanning #ACPDay
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Last week, we saw two versions of Joe's story. In the first, a #SubstituteDecisionMaker (SDM), was chosen by his health care team. In the second, Joe was able to select Peter as his SDM. Find out more: www.bc-cpc.ca/all-resources/individ… #ACPDay
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BC Centre for Palliative Care @bc-cpc.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
Learn how Sunshine Coast Hospice's Green Sleeve program—launched in 2020 with local health care providers—has become a core part of their ACP program. Benefits, challenges, and lessons will be shared from this semirural community zoom.us/meeting/register/hvkBkIjVSC…
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