CHPCA News
Below you will find CHPCA press releases, news pieces, and other articles of interest on hospice palliative care in Canada. Please contact us if you have news you would like us to share.
Expression of Interest: Volunteer Treasurer, CHPCA Board of Directors
The Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association (CHPCA) is seeking Expressions of Interest for the officer position of Secretary/Treasurer on the CHPCA Board of Directors. Deadline for Submissions: Before or by 5pm ET June 30, 2026

Registration Now Open for June Sessions of the 2026–2027 CHPCA Learning Institute
The June sessions launch a year-long series that will feature more than 20 sessions running from June 2026 through March 2027.

Webinar: From Blueprint to Action: How We Can Advance Palliative Care in Canada Together
Join Daniel Nowoselski, Senior Advocacy Manager, Canadian Cancer Society, and Cheryl Spencer, Interim CEO, Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association on May 7, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM ET.

Abstract Submission is Now Open for the 2026-27 CHPCA Learning Institute
The Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association (CHPCA) is excited to announce that abstract submissions are now open for the 2026-2027 Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association (CHPCA) Learning Institute.

2026 National Hospice Palliative Care Week Campaign Kit Now Available
Organizations across Canada are invited to take part in National Hospice Palliative Care Week, May 3-9, 2026, as the official Campaign Kit is now available.

2026 Advance Care Planning Day Campaign Kit Now Available
Organizations across Canada are invited to take part in Advance Care Planning (ACP) Day on April 16, 2026, as the official ACP Day Campaign Kit is now available.

Celebrating Excellence in Pediatric Palliative Care: Dr. Hal Siden Named Recipient of the 2025 Pediatric Award of Excellence
Dr. Hal Siden announced as the recipient of the 2025 Pediatric Award of Excellence. This award recognizes Dr. Siden’s extraordinary leadership, vision, and impact on pediatric palliative care (PPC) in Canada and across the globe.

