NSHPCA exists to help Nova Scotians live well, grieve well, and care well together. We focus on three core areas:

1. Hospice & Palliative Care
   • Advocate for access to high-quality hospice and palliative care across the province.
   • Support and partner with local hospice organizations to ensure families and communities receive the care they need.
   • Provide education and resources to professionals and caregivers navigating end-of-life journeys.
2. Grief & Emotional Wellness
   • Lead initiatives like Healing Pathways and Grieving Well that create spaces for people to acknowledge, understand, and move through grief in healthy ways.
   • Provide funding to community-based groups to deliver grief support and emotional wellness programming.
   • Refresh how we talk about grief—affirming that all grief is normal, and every experience deserves recognition and compassion.
3. Community Engagement & Education
   • Deliver webinars, workshops, and learning opportunities for professionals and the public.
   • Share resources that guide individuals who are grieving, professionals seeking tools, and communities building compassionate networks of support.
   • Build partnerships with healthcare, government, and community organizations to create a stronger, more connected system of care.