Facing a life-changing illness or grief?

You are not alone. We’re here to support you.

Welcome to Bow Valley Palliative

Nestled in the Bow Valley, we believe in the power of community. When you’re facing a life-changing diagnosis or experiencing grief, we’re here to walk alongside you, meeting you right where you are.

Our compassionate support is tailored to your needs, helping you live meaningfully, no matter the circumstances. We’re here for your loved ones too, offering guidance and care for those supporting you. And through it all, we’ll help you navigate the grief that comes with these moments of change.

About Us

Latest Update

Golf for Hospice 2025: Registration is now open!

Golf for Hospice is coming on August 21st to the Stewart Creek Golf & Country Club in Canmore.

Grab your clubs and meet us on the green for a great cause to raise awareness about palliative and hospice care in the Bow Valley.

You can register as an individual or create a team of friends, neighbors, family, and co-workers.

Together, we will raise funds to ensure that every individual in the Bow Valley has easy access to compassionate high-quality programs and care throughout the palliative journey.   Don’t miss it!  Have fun and make a difference.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available Contact Us today!

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Making an impact through our programs

compassionate companions

One of our key programs, Compassionate Companions, pairs individuals with trained volunteers who act as dedicated listeners and community guides. These volunteers take the time to understand what matters most to each person, providing personalized support throughout their journey. Whether you’re facing a life-changing diagnosis or helping a loved one navigate their own caregiving path, a Compassionate Companion will assist in connecting you with resources and support, always with the focus on maintaining your quality of life.

Our Programs
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A Journey of Passion and Community

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Based in the beautiful Bow Valley, we know that community is as important to you as it is to us. That is why when faced with a life changing diagnosis or experiencing grief, we are here for you, closer to home.

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Hike for Hospice 2026

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Every May Bow Valley Palliative hosts Hike for Hospice during National Hospice Palliative Care Week. Through this event and week BVP promotes and fundraises for hospice, end of life, and palliative care in the Bow Valley.
The hike is a flat five-kilometer loop in Canmore that follows the Bow River. Annually the first full week of May marks National Hospice Palliative Care Week in Canada. This week is a time to celebrate and share achievements of hospice palliative care throughout the nation.

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Golf for Hospice 2025

Aug 21

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08am - 06pm

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Stewart Creek Golf & Country Club

We’re already gearing up for another incredible day on the green — Golf for Hospice 2025 is happening on August 21st!

Grab your clubs and meet us on the green for a great cause to raise awareness about palliative and hospice care in the Bow Valley.  

Don’t miss it! Have fun and make a difference.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Contact us at events@bvpal.ca today!

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Your support makes a difference

At Bow Valley Palliative, your generosity helps provide vital support to those in our community facing life-changing diagnoses, as well as their loved ones and caregivers. We offer personalized care that supports individuals navigating some of life’s most difficult challenges—currently at no cost to them.

Your donation directly impacts the lives of those in need by supporting our programs like Compassionate Companions, educational opportunities, and the new Centre for Palliative Care and Hospice in the Bow Valley.

Help us meet the growing need for our programs. Donate today and make a lasting impact.

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