Research & Innovation
Our work explores the lived experiences of those navigating serious illness, diverse losses, and grief. We identify gaps in care, understand community needs, and develop solutions grounded in dignity, compassion, and equity. Research findings inform our advocacy, strengthen partnerships, and guide the design of education and awareness initiatives across the province.
Current Research
(This research is ongoing and has not yet been published).
Community Needs Assessment
A provincial-scale study examining grief and bereavement support needs across Nova Scotia’s diverse communities.
NSHPCA Organizational Statement on Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD)
Evidence-based guidance on the intersection of palliative care and MAiD.
More research publications and reports will be added as our work progresses.
Partners & Collaborators
Strong partnerships enable us to advance palliative care and grief support across Nova Scotia. We collaborate with academic institutions, healthcare organizations, community groups, hospice societies, and diverse communities to build evidence, share knowledge, and co-create locally-driven solutions.
Our partnerships strengthen research capacity, inform policy and practice, and ensure that the voices of those with lived experience shape how care and support are delivered in our province.
Current Partners
Dalhousie University: Collaborative research and knowledge exchange supporting evidence-based practice in grief, palliative care and bereavement.
We are actively developing additional partnerships. Check back as we expand our network of collaborators.
Getting Involved in Research
Are you interested in participating in research that shapes the future of palliative care and grief support in Nova Scotia? We welcome community members, healthcare providers, and organizations to join us in building evidence that reflects the diverse experiences and needs of Nova Scotians.
To learn more about current and upcoming research opportunities, please send an email to info@nshpca.ca.
Participation opportunities will be posted here as new studies are developed.
Knowledge Translation & Research Trends
Research becomes powerful when it reaches the people who can use it. This section bridges the gap between evidence and practice by translating research findings into accessible insights, highlighting emerging trends in palliative care and grief research, and curating relevant scholarship from across Canada and internationally.
Coming Soon
- Summaries of recent research trends in palliative care, bereavement, and end-of-life care.
- Links to significant studies and publications by researchers across the field
- Knowledge translation resources that make research findings actionable for practitioners, policymakers, and communities.
This section is under development. Resources and trend summaries will be added regularly.