NSHPCA Conference

NSHPCA Conference 2026
Understanding the Palliative Approach and End-of-Life Care Across the Lifespan
May 7 &
8, 2026
At Best Western Bridgewater

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Tickets

Option 1.
$ 100
Includes up to five photos of your loved one, their name, life dates, community, and a 1000-word tribute or story.
Option 2.
$ 50
Includes two photos of your loved one, their name, life dates, and community.
Option 3.
$ 25
Includes one photo of your loved one, their name, life dates, and communities.
Exhibitor Table (includes 2 reps).
$ 450

Schedule of Events

TimeSessionSpeakersTopicOnsite/Virtual

Keynote / Plenary Speakers

Dr. Sammy Winemaker
presenter
Hannah Crouse
Topic: No Recess from Grief: Building Compassionate Schools in Nova Scotia

Hannah Crouse (She/They) is a research assistant at Dalhousie University and a second-year Sociology PhD student at Carleton University. Growing up in rural Nova Scotia on her parent’s dairy farm, Hannah has developed a sincere interest in understanding rural communities as sites of social change. Her academic work is focused on 2S/LGBTQ+ people’s health across the life course, including their experiences related to dementia, grief, long-term care, and rural schools.  

presenter
Dr. Cortney Smith
Topic: From Paper to Practice: Bringing the Palliative Approach to Care to Life

Dr. Cortney Smith BSc H.,MD CFFP CAC Palliative Care, Assistant professor, Dept of Family Medicine, Dalhousie University: Dr. Cortney Smith is the palliative care unit clinical lead at the Colchester East Hants Health Centre. She provides inpatient and outpatient community-based care with the Northern Zone Colchester East Hants team. Her areas of interest include teaching residents, early advanced care planning, palliative care in rural areas, and end-of-life care for patients with ALS. She graduated from Dalhousie Family Medicine in 2008 and completed her Palliative Medicine fellowship year in 2009. She achieved her Palliative Care CAC in 2015 from the College of Family Physicians of Canada. She regularly presents online and in person, providing LEAP Core and is a LEAP Teaching Coach through Pallium Canada.

Presenters

Hannah Crouse
Topic: No Recess from Grief: Building Compassionate Schools in Nova Scotia
Dr. Cortney Smith
Topic: From Paper to Practice: Bringing the Palliative Approach to Care to Life
Dr. Anne Frances D’Intino
Topic: Embedding Personhood in Palliative, End-of-Life, and Intensive Care: Implementing the SELFY Tool 
Dr. Mary Ellen Macdonald
Topic: No Recess from Grief: Building Compassionate Schools in Nova Scotia

Become an Exhibitor

This year, we will address crucial topics such as cultural diversity in grief, cross-cultural dialogue in palliative care, and the intersection of culture, beliefs, and identity in mourning practices. NSHPCA is committed to fostering collaboration, education, and innovation, creating a space for thought-provoking discussions that inspire culturally sensitive care and groundbreaking research.

As an exhibitor, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with a wide range of professionals, organizations, and community leaders who are committed to shaping the future of palliative care, grief, and end-of-life practices. This is a unique chance to showcase your organization’s products, services, and solutions in front of a passionate audience dedicated to positive change.

Exhibitor Package

Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this impactful event! Secure your space today and join us in shaping the future of culturally sensitive care and research.

Corporate Rate

$450

Exhibit Space:
6’ table for promotional materials

Includes:
Lunch and refreshments for one exhibitor. Additional lunches can be purchased at an extra cost.

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