2024 Northwestern Ontario Palliative Care Conference

Wed, October 02, 2024
The Superior Inn Hotel & Conference Centre 555 West Arthur Street, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 5R5

Hosted by Lakehead University

Objectives

We are holding our 2024 Northwestern Ontario Palliative Care Conference on October 2nd at the Superior Inn in Thunder Bay. This one-day conference will also be available virtually for anyone who cannot make the journey to our city. We also offer virtual group rates should you wish to host a hub viewing for your team!

Though your team may not work directly with people who are at end-of-life, the purpose of this conference is to educate primary care workers on the importance of early identification of palliative care needs. We have a variety of speakers who will be discussing topics such as:

  • Advancing equity in palliative care for Indigenous peoples' and people who face structural vulnerabilities
  • Empowering your patients when navigating a life-limiting condition
  • Pain & symptom management
  • Palliative care in the era of MAiD and requests for a hastened death

Additionally, beginning at 5:30 pm, we have an exclusive evening symposium that is open to physicians, NPs and NOSM U Learners titled, "Responding to Expressions of Distress: The Advanced Application of the Palliative Approach to Care." This event is also offered virtually, however, in-person registration includes dinner.

Links to register:

Palliative Care Conference

Evening Symposium