Reflections from the 4th International Research Seminar: EAPC Reference Group on Public Health and Palliative Care, University of Victoria June 17-19 2025

By: Dawn Elston – Life and Death MattersFeatured Photo: Drs Leah Norgrove, Ambrose Marsh, Fraser Black, and Kath Murray and Coby Tschanz This year’s European Association of Palliative Care 4th International Research Seminar was held at the University of Victoria! The seminar focused on “Innovating Care: Research and Action for Public Health and Palliative Care”. […]
Honouring Compassion in Action: Myke Dyer Wins the 2025 Frances Montgomery PSW Award

Life and Death Matters is proud to announce that Myke Dyer, a truly exceptional Personal Support Worker (PSW) at Hospice Georgian Triangle, is the 2025 recipient of the Frances Montgomery PSW Award. Sponsored by Life and Death Matters and presented at the Hospice Palliative Care Ontario annual conference (HPCO), this annual award celebrates excellence in […]
Honouring Excellence in Palliative Care: The Frances Montgomery PSW Award

Hospice Palliative Care Ontario (HPCO) annually recognizes individuals and organizations dedicated to providing or supporting exceptional hospice palliative care in Ontario. Each year, awards and scholarships are presented at HPCO’s conference to celebrate the contributions of those who make a profound difference to people living with serious life-limiting illnesses. Among these honours is the Frances […]
Celebrating National Hospice Palliative Care

In recognition of National Hospice Palliative Care Week (May 4–10)1, Life and Death Matters celebrates the extraordinary work of Personal Support Workers (PSW’s), nurses, and healthcare teams who deliver compassionate hospice, palliative and end-of-life care and integrate a palliative care approach in all care settings. This week offers an opportunity to honour their contributions and […]