Returning for its fourth year, the 2025 Dialogue on Death & Dying invites the community to explore one of life’s most universal experiences: Death, Dying, Grief, & Loss.

This four-day series features free educational seminars, panel discussions, and special events.

Together, we can create a healthier relationship with grief and end-of-life experiences.

Events are free and most are open to all ages. Please register for workshops ahead of time so we can get an idea of numbers.

Dialogue Art Exhibitions

A Visual Arts Dialogue on Death, Dying, Grief & LossEnjoy this visual arts exhibit that connects us to the theme of death, dying, grief and loss. An artist’s statement accompanies each piece to facilitate the dialogue. Some artwork available for purchase.
Presented in partnership with New West Artists.
Locations: Century House Art Gallery, The Gallery at Queens Park
Dates: November 3 – November 28

 

Event Schedule

Tuesday, November 4

Opening Gala – Visual Arts Dialogue on Death, Dying, Grief & Loss
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Location: Fir Room, Century House
Registration: City of New West, Parks & Rec Course ID: 240314

 

Wednesday, November 5

Planning for Peace of Mind
Facilitator: Suzanne Klassen
Time: 10:00 – 12:00 pm
Location: Oak Room, Century House
Registration: City of New West, Parks & Rec Course ID: 240514

Seven Languages of Sorrow
Facilitator: Dr. Stephen L. Garrett
Time: 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Location: Oak Room, Century House
Registration: City of New West, Parks & Rec Course ID: 240515

Expressive Arts Therapy Workshop
Facilitator: Catherine Lamb
Time: 6:00 – 8:30 pm
Location: Spruce Room, Century House
Registration: City of New West, Parks & Rec Course ID: 240516

 

Thursday, November 6

Advance Care Planning Workshop
Facilitators: Dr Wai Phan, Christine delos Santos and Vicky Kaler (Fraser Health Authority)
Time: 9:30 – 12:00 pm
Location: Fir Room, Century House
Registration: City of New West, Parks & Rec Course ID: 240517

Community Dinner (50+ years)
Featuring: Life, Loss & Lyrics with Karl Moser and The Deep Six Band
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: Fir Room, Century House
Registration: FULL Join the Waitlist

 

Saturday, November 8

Dancing through Decay and Release: A Site-Specific Performance around Queen’s Park
Performer: Celeste Nazeli Snowber
Time: 10:00 – 12:00 pm
Location: Meet outside Bernie Legge Theatre
Registration: City of New West, Parks & Rec Course ID: 240518

 

Presented by New West Hospice Society, Century House Association and City of New Westminster