Advance Care Planning Canada

03/23/2026

Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association is accepting abstract submissions for the 2026-2027 Virtual Learning Institute.

They are looking for innovative, evidence-informed workshops and presentations that address the evolving priorities in hospice palliative care. Share your expertise with a national audience of interdisciplinary providers.

Submit your abstract online at https://loom.ly/sslJh_s.

03/20/2026

Have an ACP Day 2026 Event you’d like us to promote?

Whether you are hosting a local workshop or a national webinar, we want to help you spread the word.

Submit your details to https://loom.ly/ohsmV-4 and we’ll add your event to our national calendar!

03/18/2026

In Quebec, the Advance Medical Directive (AMD) is a binding document that ensures your specific choices for care are followed exactly as you’ve written them. Whether through the official RAMQ-registered form or a notarial deed, your AMD gives you the peace of mind that your values are protected by law.

Take the lead in your future care. Learn more and complete your directives today: https://loom.ly/iGfKQkk.

Advance medical directives allow a person to specify the care they would like to receive in the event of incapacity in certain clinical situations.

03/17/2026

Work is where we spend most of our lives. It should be a place where we feel supported during life’s hardest moments.

Whether it's caring for an aging parent or navigating the journey of grief, every employee deserves a workplace that leads with compassion. ❤️

The Canadian Compassionate Companies (CCC) certification is more than a badge; it’s a promise to your team that they matter as people first.

Is your organization ready to lead the way? Learn how to get certified: https://loom.ly/UBEw0dY.

03/16/2026

Stuff happens! Who would be your voice if you were not able to speak for yourself? Learn more about health care representation.

Comox Valley Hospice Society invites the community to a free Advance Care Planning workshop on Tuesday, March 31 from 2 pm to 4 pm PDT. This session will provide an overview of what documentation needs to be in place for someone to speak on your behalf regarding health care decisions, should you not be able to speak for yourself.

To reserve your spot, visit https://loom.ly/dxBfAIk.

Stuff happens! Who would be your voice if you were not able to speak for yourself? Learn more about health care representation.

03/13/2026

It’s never too early to plan for your future health care. Join Wasaga Beach Public Library and Hospice Palliative Care Ontario for an essential session on Advanced Care Planning. Learn how to choose a Substitute Decision Maker, navigate legal documents, and share your wishes with loved ones.

📍 Where: Wasaga Beach Public Library
📅 When: Tuesday, Mar 24 | 1 pm – 2 pm
🎟️ Register: https://loom.ly/k-FWv8U (Drop-ins also welcome!)

It’s not too early to plan for future changes in your health care needs.

03/12/2026

In support of Advance Care Planning Day, our friends at Palliative Pain & Symptom Management SWO (PPSMCP) are hosting two sessions at the Parkwood Institute.

👥 For the Community
April 15, 2:00 PM, 550 Wellington Road, London, ON
Learn about Ontario’s laws on health care consent, choosing a Substitute Decision Maker (SDM), and how to share your values before a crisis hits.

🩺 For Health Care Providers
April 15, 6:30 PM, 550 Wellington Road, London, ON
Deepen your understanding of Power of Attorney for Personal Care, chronic illness planning, and guiding these essential conversations.

🔗 Register here: https://loom.ly/7vSWWNg

Parkwood Institute - 2pm - Community/Public | 6:30pm - Health Care Providers

03/11/2026

If not you, who? If not now, when? 🤔

Taking the lead on your future care is one of the most empowering things you can do for yourself and your loved ones. Celebrate by joining our national workshop! We’re here to help you discover the tools and resources you need to share your values, wishes, and healthcare preferences with the people who matter most.

🗓️ April 16 - ACP Day!
💻 Online via Zoom
🔗 Register at https://loom.ly/aZZTZas

Advance Care Planning: Because your wishes matter. ✨

03/10/2026

Vous organisez un événement pour la Journée de la PPS 2026 que vous aimeriez promouvoir? Que ce soit un atelier local ou un webinaire national, nous voulons vous aider à passer le mot.

Soumettez les détails ici https://loom.ly/l3mj09g et nous ajouterons votre événement à notre calendrier national!

03/09/2026

📝 Advanced Care Planning: A Conversation That Matters

Join us for an informative and supportive session led by Compassionate Communities Kingston, where you'll learn what advanced care planning is, why it matters, and how to begin the conversation with loved ones.

This session is a chance to:
✅ Understand your options
✅ Reflect on your personal values
✅ Ask questions in a safe, respectful space
✅ Start or strengthen your own care plan

📅 Monday, March 16
🕟 4:30 to 6:00pm
📍 56 Francis St
🎟️ No cost to attend
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 All Welcome
📞 Register by calling 613.548.7810

Everyone deserves to have a say in their care. Let's make sure your voice is heard. More info in first comment below 👇

03/09/2026

In Nova Scotia, whether you’re a healthy adult or living with an illness, a Personal Directive ensures your values are the guide for your medical care. By naming a "Delegate," you give your loved ones the gift of confidence, knowing they are making the right choices for you when you can't speak for yourself.

Don’t leave it to the law to decide who speaks for you. Start the conversation today: https://loom.ly/PowmkmE.