The BC Hospice Palliative Care Association (BCHPCA) is hosting its 2025 Lunch & Learn Series from April 28 to May 2, focusing on breaking barriers to hospice palliative care for underserved communities.

Titled “Breaking Barriers in Hospice Palliative Care”, this virtual series will address critical issues such as Indigenous cultural safety, stigmatizing language, systemic bias, and inclusive care for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals.

With only 16–30% of Canadians accessing palliative care, marginalized groups often face additional barriers that limit their ability to receive compassionate, person-centered support. This series offers practical strategies, expert insights, and tools to foster greater equity in care.

Register today to be part of these essential discussions.

Session Highlights:

• Day 1 (April 28): Indigenous Cultural Safety & Humility for Volunteers & Staff Within The Hospice Palliative Care Space
• Day 2 (April 29): The Influence of Words: Approaches for Mitigating Stigmatizing Language in Hospice and Palliative Care
• Day 3 (April 30): Exploring Grief Migration Through Social and Cultural Perspectives
• Day 4 (May 1): Beyond the Binary: Creating Safe(r) and Affirming Spaces for 2SLGBTQIA+ People Accessing Hospice Palliative Care
• Day 5 (May 2): Equity at the Heart of Care (Pre-recorded + Live Workshop)

Let’s work together to foster inclusive, person-centered, and accessible care for all.

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