Bow Valley Palliative

Bow Valley Palliative We depend on our community volunteers and fundraising initiatives.

Providing palliative and grief supports within the Bow Valley and Improving the end of life experience for individuals and their families following a life-changing diagnosis. In the spring of 2014, a group was called together under the leadership of Lynn Cooper with the goal of establishing a hospice in the Bow Valley. The group continued to meet regularly and the vision expanded to include the development of a “compassionate community”, working alongside the current health and social services to support those with a life-limiting illness, and their families, throughout their journey. Under the group’s direction, the “Palliative Care Society of the Bow Valley” (PCSBV) was conceived. Development of a compassionate community soon grew to include the idea of constructing a palliative care house in Canmore for Bow Valley communities. The PCSBV is now a vibrant registered charity with a new Board of Directors charting that course for the future.

Caregiving touches so many lives — and conversations like this matter. 💛We’re glad to share the upcoming National Caregi...
04/05/2026

Caregiving touches so many lives — and conversations like this matter. 💛

We’re glad to share the upcoming National Caregiver Day Symposium, hosted by Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence in partnership with Canadian Home Care Association.

This is a great opportunity to hear from caregivers, healthcare leaders, and researchers, and be part of important conversations around strengthening support for caregivers across Canada.

The event is available both in-person and virtually, and free for caregivers.

Learn more and register here: 👉 https://bit.ly/4qVWbex

Caring for someone else can be deeply meaningful — and at times, overwhelming. That is why supporting caregivers is so i...
04/05/2026

Caring for someone else can be deeply meaningful — and at times, overwhelming.
That is why supporting caregivers is so important— and we’re glad to share this opportunity happening in our community. 💛

𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐀𝐒𝐒 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫 is a program by Caregivers Alberta, facilitated locally by Anna-Lisa, whose connection to caregiving and the Bow Valley community brings a meaningful, personal touch to this experience.

Following a well-received first session in the Bow Valley, this in-person program is being offered again in Canmore: https://rb.gy/u2s3na

Thank you to Caregivers Alberta and Anna-Lisa for continuing to support caregivers in our community.

Easter is a time for coming together, but for people living with dementia, changes in routine can sometimes feel overwhe...
04/03/2026

Easter is a time for coming together, but for people living with dementia, changes in routine can sometimes feel overwhelming.

Small, thoughtful steps can make a big difference — helping loved ones feel safe, included, and comfortable during the celebrations. 💛

Thank you to the Alzheimer's Society for sharing these helpful tips.

Please join us in welcoming 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐑𝐡𝐨𝐝𝐞 to Bow Valley Palliative as our new 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐲. 💛 Michelle hold...
04/02/2026

Please join us in welcoming 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐑𝐡𝐨𝐝𝐞 to Bow Valley Palliative as our new 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐲. 💛

Michelle holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from the University of Calgary and a Public Relations certificate from Mount Royal University. Over the years, she has contributed to several important community-focused initiatives, including supporting the launch of the Homelessness Society of the Bow Valley - HSBV

Most recently, through her work with YWCA Banff, Michelle has continued to grow her expertise in fundraising and donor engagement, helping strengthen the relationships that support individuals and families across the Bow Valley.

We’re excited to welcome 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞 to the team and look forward to the care, experience, and community connection she brings to this role.

We thought about doing an April Fools’ joke today… …but we’re much better at things like supporting individuals and fami...
04/01/2026

We thought about doing an April Fools’ joke today…

…but we’re much better at things like supporting individuals and families, providing compassionate care, and walking alongside our community when it matters most. 💛

So no tricks here — just what we do every day.

Understanding what the later stages of dementia may look like can help families and caregivers feel more prepared and su...
03/30/2026

Understanding what the later stages of dementia may look like can help families and caregivers feel more prepared and supported. While every journey is different, having this awareness can make a meaningful difference in how we care for those around us.

At the heart of it, it’s about meeting people where they are — with compassion, patience, and care. 💙

Thank you to the Alzheimer's Society for sharing this helpful resource.

𝐀 𝐁𝐈𝐆 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐨-𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 | 𝐌𝐨𝐢𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐜. 💛We’re incredibly grateful to Marlo Reid and her team for...
03/27/2026

𝐀 𝐁𝐈𝐆 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐨-𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 | 𝐌𝐨𝐢𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐜. 💛

We’re incredibly grateful to Marlo Reid and her team for helping secure $10,000 in grant funding to support our work. Contributions like this allow us to continue providing essential programs and services to individuals and families across the Bow Valley who need them most.

Your support truly makes a difference — thank you for being part of our community.

𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐝𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞. Movement isn’t just good for the body — it supports brain health too....
03/26/2026

𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐝𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞. Movement isn’t just good for the body — it supports brain health too. Even simple steps, like walking a little more each day, can help protect cognitive wellbeing over time.

Learn more about reducing the risk of dementia:
🔗 Canada.ca/dementia

Please join us in welcoming 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐁𝐞𝐝𝐝𝐨𝐦𝐞 to Bow Valley Palliative as our 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 💛Carleen brings over 20 ...
03/24/2026

Please join us in welcoming 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐁𝐞𝐝𝐝𝐨𝐦𝐞 to Bow Valley Palliative as our 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 💛

Carleen brings over 20 years of experience in people-focused roles, along with a strong background in administration, operations, and team support. She is passionate about creating supportive, well-organized environments where people feel confident and empowered to do their best work.

Guided by her mindset to “𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐦,” Carleen brings positivity, collaboration, and care into everything she does. She believes that when people feel supported and connected, the impact of their work can reach far beyond any one individual.

We’re so glad to have her on the team — 𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄, 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐞𝐞𝐧!

We had a wonderful time connecting with the community at our Canmore Open House — and now, we’re bringing that same expe...
03/23/2026

We had a wonderful time connecting with the community at our Canmore Open House — and now, we’re bringing that same experience to Banff.

This is a chance to come together, ask questions, share ideas, and learn more about how we support individuals and families across the Bow Valley. We’ll also be sharing a glimpse into what’s ahead for compassionate care in our community.

We hope you’ll join us. 💛

In his article 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐝: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞, Dr. Owen Wiseman rem...
03/20/2026

In his article 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐝: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞, Dr. Owen Wiseman reminds us that nature is not just beautiful — it is therapeutic.

Research shows that even simple views of trees, natural light, plants, or gentle outdoor sounds can reduce pain, anxiety, and stress. Nature supports patients, caregivers, and healthcare staff alike.

As we move forward with building our Hospice in the Bow Valley, this idea is central to our vision. Each room will open to the surrounding mountain landscape — creating space for connection, reflection, and small moments of softness when they matter most.

Read the full article: https://ehospice.com/canada_english_posts/reconnecting-at-the-end-the-healing-power-of-nature-in-hospice-and-palliative-care/

Learn more about Pestell Centre for Compassionate Care: https://www.bvpal.ca/centre

Children experience grief differently, and their reactions can show up in many ways. Understanding these responses helps...
03/16/2026

Children experience grief differently, and their reactions can show up in many ways. Understanding these responses helps us support them with compassion and patience.

Thank you to The Children's Grief Foundation of Canada for creating and sharing this helpful resource. 💛

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#202-1080 Railway Avenue
Canmore, AB
T1W1P4

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 4:30pm

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+14037077111

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