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Awards

The CHPCA honours individuals that make outstanding contributions to the field of hospice palliative care, reflecting on the association’s mission and vision. There are five awards, each encompassing its own set of criteria, however, recipients of each of the awards demonstrate leadership, dedication, and exceptional contributions towards the betterment of life for all Canadians and their loved ones who are facing a life threatening illness and bereavement in Canada as well as on an international platform.

The CHPCA’s Awards are given out biennially in conjunction with the CHPCA’s national conference.

Award of Excellence

To recognize the outstanding national contribution of a CHPCA member who exemplifies professional and/or personal commitment and achievement in the field of hospice palliative care within Canada.

Balfour Mount Champion Award

In celebration and recognition of contributions from Canadian individuals, companies and/or organizations who through their actions advance the mission and mandate of the CHPCA.

CHPCA Champion Award

To recognize Canadian individuals, companies and/or organizations who through their actions advance the mission and mandate of the CHPCA nationally, and positively affect broad public awareness of hospice palliative care in Canada.

Leadership Award

To recognize outstanding dedication and leadership to the cause of advancing hospice palliative care and quality end-of-life care for all Canadians.

Media Award

The National CHPCA Media Award recognizes media professionals and organizations for outstanding coverage and advancement of issues related to hospice palliative and end-of-life care in Canada.

Pediatric Award of Excellence

To recognize the outstanding national contribution of a CHPCA member who exemplifies professional and/or personal commitment and achievement in the field of pediatric hospice palliative care within Canada.