Chilliwack Hospice Society

11/20/2025

During the holidays, grief can often feel amplified. Gentle movement is a powerful tool to help relieve physical tension, soothe the nervous system and help process grief. Join Emmy Kerr, YTT200, this December for Gentle Chair Yoga. Your 45-minute practice will include meditation, gentle movement and an opportunity to connect with a community of support.

Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register for this four-session yoga class, please contact Deanna Fedorkew, Community Education Manager, at (604) 795-4660 or email deanna@chilliwackhospice.org.

This Chilliwack Hospice Society program is provided free of cost thanks to the generosity of businesses and individual donors in our community.

https://www.chilliwackhospice.org/events/event/gentle-chair-yoga-9/

During the holidays, grief can often feel amplified. Gentle movement is a powerful tool to help relieve physical tension, soothe the nervous system and help process grief. Join Emmy Kerr, YTT200, this December for Gentle Chair Yoga. Your 45-minute practice will include meditation, gentle movement an...

11/20/2025

Date and Time: Dec 1, 7pm-8pm PDT.

The holiday season can be a time of warmth and togetherness, but it can also stir feelings of grief, loneliness, and longing. This gentle webinar invites participants to explore how to honor both the joy and the sorrow that may arise during this time of year.

Together, we’ll reflect on ways to create space for grief while still allowing moments of connection, meaning, and comfort. Join us as we learn compassionate practices for navigating the holidays with self-kindness and understanding, reminding one another that it’s okay to hold both love and loss.

Facilitator:

Jessica Wolf Ortiz is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with more than 20 years of experience and the author of Overcoming Su***de Bereavement: The Stories of Those Left Behind. She brings both professional expertise and personal understanding to her work supporting individuals and families affected by su***de loss.

Registration Link: https://shorturl.at/AU1Kh | Registration link in BIO as well.

11/19/2025

Congratulations to our Executive Director Sue Knott on being named a finalist for Business Leader of the Year at the 2025 Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards! 🏆

We’re also especially proud that Thrifty Boutique has been recognized as a finalist in the Community Impact category and that Chilliwack Hospice Society is once again in the running for Non-Profit of the Year.

Thank you to all who nominated us and offered their support to help amplify awareness of our organization across the community. We’re so grateful! 🩵

11/18/2025

Today is National Grief and Bereavement Day. Grief is real, valid, and deeply personal, but no one should have to navigate it alone.

We call on Canadians to join the national dialogue to improve Grief Literacy in Canada and ensure everyone has access to the support and resources they need. Let's work together to .

11/18/2025

“Grief is a very complex thing and it’s different for everyone, but there is some community when you bring people together who’ve experienced something similar,” explains Sue Knott, Executive Director of Chilliwack Hospice Society.

https://r.pebmac.ca/https://theprogress.com/sponsored-content/finding-community-at-times-of-sudden-loss/

Chilliwack Hospice offers free 1-on-1 and group counselling for those navigating grief from unexpected loss No two people will grieve in the same way after losing a loved one, and that’s okay. But sometimes, spending time with others who’ve had similar experiences can be helpful as we navigate a...

11/17/2025

Chilliwack Hospice offers free 1-on-1 and group counselling for those navigating grief from unexpected loss No two people will grieve in the same way after losing a loved one, and that’s okay. But sometimes, spending time with others who’ve had similar experiences can be helpful as we navigate a...

11/17/2025

Chilliwack Hospice Society invites community members to join in a time of remembrance and reflection at its annual Memorial Celebration on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at the Chilliwack Museum and Archives (45820 Spadina Ave.). The event begins at 6 p.m., with doors opening at 5:30 p.m.

The Memorial Celebration offers an opportunity for individuals and families to honour their loved ones, find comfort in community and experience the quiet strength of shared understanding. The event is open to anyone who is grieving — whether the death occurred recently or many years ago.

This year’s program features guest speaker Cristal Biela, and a musical performance by singer-songwriter Jennifer Victor. Guests are encouraged to bring a framed photo of their loved one to display during the evening. Light refreshments will be served.

https://www.chilliwackhospice.org/chilliwack-hospice-society-brings-community-together-for-annual-memorial-celebration/

Free event Nov. 18 marks National Grief and Bereavement Day with a time for remembrance, reflection and connection Chilliwack Hospice Society invites community members to join in a time of remembrance and reflection at its annual Memorial Celebration on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at the Chilliwack....

11/16/2025

Joy and grief can exist side by side — especially during the holidays. If this season looks different for you, we’re here to help.

https://www.chilliwackhospice.org/coping-with-grief-during-the-holidays/

The holidays can be emotional when someone you love has died. These gentle reminders may help you approach the season with compassion, flexibility, and support.

11/15/2025

Join Chilliwack Hospice Society for a free, two-part workshop designed to guide you in creating a comprehensive end-of-life care plan for yourself or with your parent(s).

Learn how to develop a personalized advance care plan that reflects your beliefs, values, and wishes. Topics include:
• Temporary Substitute Decision Maker
• Representation Agreement
• Advance Directive

🗓️ January 20 & 22, 2026
🕐 1–3:00 p.m.
📍 Chilliwack Hospice Society (7112 Vedder Road)

This interactive workshop empowers participants with the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions about end-of-life care. We look forward to helping you plan for peace of mind.

Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register for this workshop, please contact Deanna Fedorkew, Community Education Manager, at (604) 795-4660 or email deanna@chilliwackhospice.org.

This Chilliwack Hospice Society educational workshop is provided free of cost thanks to the generosity of individual donors and businesses in our community.

https://www.chilliwackhospice.org/events/event/advance-care-planning-3/

Join Chilliwack Hospice Society for a free, two-part workshop designed to guide you in creating a comprehensive end-of-life care plan for yourself or with your parent(s). Learn how to develop a personalized advance care plan that reflects your beliefs, values, and wishes. Topics include:

11/15/2025

Congratulations to our receptionist Volodymyr Ivashyna on one year of service to Chilliwack Hospice Society! Thank you for everything you do for our organization and community. 🩵

11/14/2025

Chilliwack Hospice Society is hosting a Memorial Celebration on November 18, starting at 6:00pm, at Chilliwack Museum & Archives, located at 45820 Spadina Avenue. Featuring guest speaker Cristal Biela, and a musical performance by singer-songwriter Jennifer Victor, this free event brings our grief community together for a time of reflection and support in the company of others who loved has died. The annual Memorial Celebration is for everyone who is grieving — whether the death occurred recently or several years ago.

https://www.chilliwackhospice.org/events/event/memorial-celebration-2/

Chilliwack Hospice Society is hosting a Memorial Celebration on November 18, starting at 6:00pm, at Chilliwack Museum & Archives, located at 45820 Spadina Avenue. Featuring guest speaker Cristal Biela, and a musical performance by singer-songwriter Jennifer Victor, this free event brings our grief c...