Ottawa (October 16, 2024)

The Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association (CHPCA) today announced they will be sending four delegates to Montreal, Quebec to represent CHPCA at the 24^th McGill International Palliative Care Congress.

Founded in 1976 by Dr. Balfour Mount, The McGill International Palliative Care Congress is held biennially in Montreal, Canada and is the longest running congress for the field. Highly regarded for its unique blend of humanism and science, this prestigious event attracts over 1,500 delegates from more than 65 countries. It offers a distinctive platform for interdisciplinary collaboration and learning among palliative care clinicians, scientists, and advocates.

On the third day of the event, CHPCA will conduct a workshop titled: Reimagining Advance Care Planning Through an Accessible Lens. Workshop participants will:

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Canadian Advance Care Planning Landscape, informed by the latest 2024 National Survey data. This study surveyed over 3,000+ people across Canada, and for the first time, includes a specific focus on those living with disabilities.
• Recognize the importance of and emphasize supported decision making, intersectionality, universal design, and accessibility within the context of Advance Care Planning.
• Apply acquired ACP knowledge effectively, compassionately, and confidently when supporting individuals with disabilities and when developing accessible resources within their respective organizations and practices.

Event Details: 

When: Thursday, October 17, 14:00 – 15:30

Speakers: Laurel Gillespie, CHPCA CEO, Karine Diedrich, Director, Advance Care Planning, Merry Parkinson, Project Officer, Advance Care Planning

 Conference attendees can visit the CHPCA booth in the exhibition space to learn more about the CHPCA and Advance Care Planning Canada, sign-up for newsletters, order resources, and gather informative information.

 About Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association

The Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association — 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. The CHPCA operates in close partnership with other national organizations and continues to work to ensure that all Canadians, regardless of where they may live, have equal access to quality hospice palliative care services for themselves and their family.

 About Advance Care Planning Canada:

The national Advance Care Planning (ACP) Canada initiative is led by the Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association (CHPCA) with a financial contribution from Health Canada. The initiative aims to help people living in Canada prepare for their future and personal health care. Visit https://www.advancecareplanning.ca/ to learn more.