Events
Mark your calendar for what’s ahead
At Bow Valley Palliative, we host a variety of events throughout the year, including fundraising and awareness activities, as well as educational sessions and program-based gatherings. Whether you’re looking to get involved, learn more, or support our mission, there’s something for everyone.
Check our regularly updated events calendar to stay up to date on all upcoming opportunities. We look forward to seeing you there!
June 2025
Recurring Events & Special Gatherings
Every year, this event brings our community together, creating lasting memories while making a real difference. Take part and help us continue our mission to provide high-quality, compassionate care to those in need.
Golf for Hospice
Every August, Bow Valley Palliative hosts an annual golf tournament to raise awareness about palliative and hospice care in the Bow Valley. We’re already gearing up for another incredible day on the green — Golf for Hospice 2025 is happening on August 21st!
Be sure to keep an eye on our newsletter and events calendar for updates and registration details! Mark your calendars and save the date for a meaningful day of golf, community, and impact.
Hike for Hospice
In 2025 we replaced our Hike for Hospice event and hosted Pals for Palliative! Held fromMay 15 to June 15, 2025, with fundraisers doing the activities they love while raising awareness and funds for the Palliative Care Society of the Bow Valley. All funds raised directly support local palliative care and grief support. Visit the Pals for Palliative campaign page HERE.
Every May PCSBV hosts Hike for Hospice during National Hospice Palliative Care Week. Through this event and week PCSBV 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.
Learning Opportunities
Throughout the year, Bow Valley Palliative hosts a variety of events, offering opportunities to learn from experts in palliative care and related fields.
Past speakers included Dr. Kathryn Mannix, Dr. Sammy Winemaker, and Dr. Hsien Seow.
Our volunteer training program equips individuals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to provide meaningful support to those facing end-of-life challenges.
We also offer extensive Volunteer Training through a combination of guided learning, reflective practice, and hands-on experience. Our volunteers learn how to offer compassionate, respectful, and confidential care.
Check out our Events Calendar for the latest updates and Video Library for recordings of past events.