The 2026–2027 CHPCA Learning Institute Program Is Now Available 

The Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association (CHPCA) is pleased to announce that the 2026–2027 Learning Institute Program is now available. 

Featuring more than 30 virtual workshops, the Learning Institute provides practical, evidence-informed education for clinicians and interdisciplinary care providers working in hospice palliative care across Canada. Each session is designed to address current issues and emerging priorities in the sector while providing knowledge and skills that participants can immediately apply in their work. 

The program is delivered entirely online, making it easier than ever to access high-quality professional development regardless of location, while reducing the time and costs associated with travel. 

"The Learning Institute reflects CHPCA's ongoing commitment to strengthening hospice palliative care through education," said Cheryl Spencer, Interim CEO of the Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association. "By bringing together leading experts and participants from across the country in a virtual learning environment, we're making high-quality, practical education more accessible than ever. These sessions equip professionals with current knowledge and tools they can immediately apply to improve care for patients, families, and communities." 

Two Learning Series, More Than 30 Sessions 

The 2026–2027 Learning Institute includes two standalone virtual series: 

• Fall Learning Institute Series – 15 sessions offered from September to December 2026 

• Winter Learning Institute Series – 15 sessions offered from January to April 2027 

Each workshop runs for 3 to 3.5 hours and combines expert presentations, interactive discussion and activities, and practical learning opportunities. 

Additional sessions may be added throughout the year as CHPCA continues to respond to emerging topics to bring the most current educational opportunities to participants. 

Flexible Registration Options 

Whether you're planning to attend one workshop or the full program, there is a registration option to suit your learning needs. 

Series Registration – The Best Value 

Series Registration gives one participant access to all 15 sessions in either the Fall or Winter Learning Institute Series for less than the cost of registering individually for five sessions. 

Pricing (per series): 

• General Registration: $695 (approximately $46 per session or $13 per hour of learning) 
• Students and Provincial Hospice Palliative Care Association Members/CHPCA Associates & Affiliates: $595 (approximately $39 per session or $11 per hour of learning) 

Participants who register for both series receive access to all 30 Learning Institute sessions. 

Individual Session Registration 

Prefer to attend only a few workshops? Individual session registration is also available. 

• General Registration: $145 per session 
• Students and Provincial Hospice Palliative Care Association Members/CHPCA Associates & Affiliates: $95 per session 

These rates represent a 10% reduction compared to the 2022 virtual Learning Institute and a 52% reduction compared to the 2018 in-person program, while also eliminating travel and accommodation expenses. 

Session Bundles for Organizations 

Organizations registering for a combined total of 10 or more sessions can purchase flexible Session Bundles that may be shared among multiple participants or used by one participant across several workshops in either the Fall or Winter series. 

Available bundle options include: 

• 10-session Bundle – $1,290 
• 15-session Bundle – $1,695 
• 20-session Bundle – $1,940 

Organizations planning to register five or more participants for a full Fall or Winter Series are encouraged to contact CHPCA for customized group pricing. 

Join the 2026–2027 Learning Institute 

Explore the full program, choose the registration option that best fits your learning goals, and join colleagues from across Canada for another year of engaging, practical education. 

For questions about registration or group bookings, please contact [email protected]. 

Download a PDF of the Fall Series Program       Download a PDF of the Winter Series Program

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About CHPCA

The Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association (CHPCA), the national voice for hospice palliative care in Canada, is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in care for persons approaching death so that the burdens of suffering, loneliness and grief are lessened. CHPCA operates in close partnership with other national organizations and continues to work to ensure that all people in Canada, regardless of where they may live, have equal access to quality hospice palliative care services for themselves and their family. Learn more at https://www.chpca.ca