Planning for Peace of Mind Date: Wednesday, November 5 Time: 10:00 – 12:00 pm Location: Century House End of life planning doesn’t have to be overwhelming, and it can make a real difference for you and those you care about. In this session we’ll explore: What is the Memorial Society of BC, and what part […]
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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
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October 9 marks National Children’s Hospice Palliative Care Day, raising awareness about the importance of children’s hospice palliative care. Access to pediatric palliative care significantly improves the quality of living and dying for children with serious illnesses and their families. Pediatric Palliative Care The World Health Organization recognizes that children’s palliative care comprises of several
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Today we celebrate National Seniors Day for 2025! This is an occasion for all Canadians to join in celebrating older adults and acknowledge their contributions to our families, communities, and society. Representing a large and growing portion of the population, many seniors contribute on their communities in meaningful and impactful ways. We can all think
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September 30 marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. It is a day to commemorate the tragic and painful history and ongoing impacts of residential schools. We honour the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Today is also Orange Shirt Day. A symbol
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We are pleased to announce our Keynote Speaker for the 2025 NWHS AGM: Susan L. Greig! A long-time supporter of the New West Hospice Society, Susan’s warmth and generosity shines the moment you meet her. This year, she joins our AGM to share her story about the beautiful power of hospice for healing through loss
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It’s that time of year again! The New West Hospice 2025 Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday, September 21. Join us as we look back on a joyful and community focused 2025 and look ahead to an exciting 2026. This year we will be highlighting one of our ongoing projects, bringing hospice services
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We’re looking for a Fundraiser to join our board! Are you a dynamic and engaged community member who has experience with fundraising? We want to hear from you! As our operations evolve the New West Hospice Society is looking for an experienced Fundraiser to join us in exploring diverse funding options and long-term, sustainable funding
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For many 2SLGBTQIA+ people, coping with grief involves acknowledging loss in many forms and often adequate support is not readily available. When loss is layered it compounds past and ongoing grief, building up over time and across many experiences. Losing a loved one can sometimes be mired in loss of identity and security, it can
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The New West Hospice Society is excited to announce that submissions are now open for the 2025 Visual Dialogue on Death & Dying/Grief & Loss. This Community Exhibition aims to build a community where death is no longer hidden or whispered about, and where family and friends can grieve well. We are currently inviting artists
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