Pediatric Award of Excellence

The award of pediatric excellence recognizes the outstanding national contribution of a CHPCA associate/affiliate who exemplifies professional and/or personal commitment and achievement in the field of pediatric hospice palliative care within Canada. 

Dr. Stephen Liben, 2023 CHPCA Pediatric Award of Excellence winner

Pediatric Award of Excellence 

Dr. Stephen Liben 2023 

Professor in the Faculty of Medicine of McGill University and Director of the Pediatric Advanced Care Team (PACT) / Palliative Care at the Montreal Children’s Hospital.

Dr. Kimberly Widger, 2019 CHPCA Pediatric Award of Excellence winner

Pediatric Award of Excellence 

Dr. Kimberly Widger 2019 

A passionate researcher, mentor, and educator for Pediatric Hospice Palliative Care.

Dr. Mike Harlos, 2017 CHPCA Pediatric Award of Excellence winner

Pediatric Award of Excellence 

Dr. Mike Harlos 2017 

A compassionate leader, advocate, and visionary for Pediatric Hospice Palliative Care.

2015 Dr. Betty Davis 

2013 Ms. Gerri Frager 

Award Eligibility 

Nominee Criteria

The nominee is an exemplary CHPCA associate/affiliate whose excellence is devoted to pediatric hospice palliative care in Canada in either a paid or voluntary capacity.  

Preference is given to those who have made a national impact and contributed to the mission of CHPCA by enhancing the quality of life for children and their loved ones facing a life-threatening illness.  

The award will be presented to only one individual each year. 

Nominations 

2025 Nominations

Nominations for the 2025 Pediatric Award of Excellence will open in the winter of 2025. 

Submitted nominations must include:

  • The completed Nomination Form signed by the nominee. 
  • Two letters of support describing the nominee’s accomplishments, competencies and talents related to hospice palliative care. 
  • A current CV  
  • A recent photo  
  • Nominee must have been a CHPCA Associate/Provincial Member for the past year and maintain current CHPCA Associate/Provincial Member status 

Award Selection Committee

The award selection committee will be made up of representatives from CHPCA and the Canadian Network of Palliative Care for Children. 

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