Events at Nanaimo Community Hospice
See what’s happening at Hospice, and check out our upcoming events.
Click the links for more information about each event.
NCHS Update: Register now for Hike for Hospice 2026!
(Please visit https://www.nanaimohospice.com/hike-for-hospice-2026 for more information)
Join us for a meaningful day of community, connection, and support at our annual Hike for Hospice event!
Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Westwood Lake
381 Westwood Rd, Nanaimo
Register now using the QR code or visit:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/2026-hike-for-hospice
We look forward to coming together as a community to support children, youth, adults, and families navigating grief, death, and end-of-life journeys.
Thank you so much for walking with us.
Intro to Grief: Child and Youth Grief Zoom Session
How does grief present in children and youth, and how can we support them through grief and loss?
Join Bronte Pike, our Child & Youth Counsellor, for a free online information session exploring how children and youth experience and express grief. We’ll discuss ways to support children and youth who are grieving, how to talk about death and dying, grief through the years, and helpful resources.
Date: Thursday, September 17
Time: 7:00 PM–8:00 PM
Location: Online via Zoom
To register, please call us at 250-591-8811 or email brontep@nanaimohospice.com
OUR 50/50 RAFFLE IS NOW LIVE!
Play to win, play to give — your ticket helps children and youth in our community find hope through grief. 💚💙
When you purchase a ticket for our Give the Gift of Hope 50/50 Raffle, you not only have a chance to win, but also support our Child & Youth Grief Support Programs.
Tickets are just $10 each!
Tickets are on sale August 17 – September 28, 2026.
Scan the QR code or purchase your tickets online:
DATE & TIME UPDATE: Advanced Care Planning Workshop
Please note that the dates and time for our upcoming Advanced Care Planning Workshop have changed!
NEW DATES: September 15th & 22nd
NEW TIME: 10:00 AM
LOCATION: Nanaimo Community Hospice (1080 St. George Crescent)
Our Advance Care Planning (ACP) workshop is a supportive, two-part session designed to help you prepare for your future healthcare choices. Following the BC Centre for Palliative Care (BCCPC) framework, the workshop guides you through three clear steps: Think, Talk, and Plan.
First, you will think about your personal values and the types of medical care you would want if you became very ill. Next, you will learn how to talk about these wishes with your loved ones and healthcare providers so everyone is on the same page.
Finally, the workshop focuses on the planning phase, where you put your choices into writing. You will learn how to choose a substitute decision-maker to speak for you and explore legal options like a Representation Agreement or an Advance Directive. By the end of the two parts, you will have the knowledge and peace of mind to ensure your future health wishes are known and respected.
To register, please call us at 250-591-8811 or email programs@nanaimohospice.com.
WE HAVE A NEW INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT! 💚💙
Due to a technical issue with our previous Instagram account, we have created a new official Instagram account for Nanaimo Community Hospice!
👉 Follow us at @nanaimo_hospice_new
We’ll continue sharing updates about our programs, events, Thrift Shoppe, community activities, volunteer opportunities, and more.
Please scan the QR code in the image or visit https://www.instagram.com/nanaimo_hospice_new/ to follow us!
Please share this post to help us reconnect with our community! Thank you so much for your support.
We look forward to connecting with you again! 💚💙
Thank you so much for your interest in becoming a vendor at our Winter Market! 💙💚
All vendor spaces have been filled, so registration is now closed.
Please come enjoy our first Winter Market and meet local makers and creators!
Admission is $5 for all three days, and all proceeds support us in continuing to provide compassionate hospice care and grief support to children, youth, adults, and families in our community.
Dates: November 20–22, 2026
Location: Nanaimo Community Hospice
1080 St. George Crescent, Nanaimo
We can't wait to welcome you!
NCHS Update: Winter Market
(Please visit https://www.nanaimohospice.com/winter-market for more information)
Get into the holiday spirit while supporting talented local artists, crafters, and makers, all in one festive place.
Find unique gifts, enjoy the warm community atmosphere, and help make a difference by supporting your local hospice care.
Come shop local, celebrate the season, and support compassionate hospice care in our community.
Friday, November 20, 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Saturday, November 21, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sunday, November 22, 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Location: Nanaimo Community Hospice
1080 St. George Crescent, Nanaimo, BC
Admission: $5 (covers all 3 days of the event)
We can't wait to welcome you!
NCHS Update: Join us for Companions Through Anticipatory Grief
Companions Through Anticipatory Grief offers a compassionate space for adults who are supporting or preparing for the approaching loss of someone they love.
Anticipatory grief is a natural response when a loved one’s death is expected.
Many people experience a wide range of emotions while navigating uncertainty, caregiving, and change, and connecting with others who understand can help ease feelings of isolation.
This weekly in-person peer support group provides a space to pause, reflect, and be in the company of others walking a similar path.
Please contact Hospice House to learn more or register.
Phone: 250-591-8811
Email: programs@nanaimohospice.com
Children's Summer Art Group has been postponed
We regret to inform you that Children's Summer Art Group has been postponed.
We will share an update as soon as the new dates have been confirmed.
Thank you for your understanding, and we apologize for any inconvenience.
Future Events
More details to follow.
Celebrate a Life, Closing Ceremony
A special time of memory, fellowship and reflection for those who left tags of remembrance on one of the trees during the holiday season.
Celebrate a Life at Woodgrove Center
Honor a loved one by visiting one of our Christmas trees, where you can write their name on a tag and hang it on a branch. Let the lights on these trees shine throughout the season as a tribute to their memory.
Celebrate a Life
Honor a loved one by visiting one of our Christmas trees, where you can write their name on a tag and hang it on a branch. Let the lights on these trees shine throughout the season as a tribute to their memory.
Gathering to Remember
Join Nanaimo Community Hospice for an afternoon of candlelight remembrance, soothing music, and uplifting readings. Together, we will honor and remember our loved ones and find comfort in the warmth of community.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church
Sunday, November 30
2PM - 3PM
This is a free event, donations are gratefully accepted, light refreshments will be provided following the service.
Musings on Mortality
Join us for an open conversation about end-of-life at Hospice House. Let's gather to share our thoughts, listen to each other, and find comfort in community.
My Wishes, My Care: Advance Care Planning Information Session (Part 2)
Planning for the future can feel overwhelming—but having thoughtful conversations now can bring peace of mind for you and your loved ones later.
This two-part workshop will gently guide you through the process of Advance Care Planning (ACP).
My Wishes, My Care: Advance Care Planning Information Session (Part 1)
Planning for the future can feel overwhelming—but having thoughtful conversations now can bring peace of mind for you and your loved ones later.
This two-part workshop will gently guide you through the process of Advance Care Planning (ACP).
Gift of Hope - Nanaimo Community Hospice 50/50
This holiday season, your chance to win is also a chance to give back. When you purchase a ticket for the Give the Gift of Hope 50/50 Raffle, half of the jackpot goes to one lucky winner — and the other half supports Child & Youth Grief Therapy Programs at Nanaimo Community Hospice.
Musings on Mortality
Join us for an open conversation about end-of-life at Hospice House. Let's gather to share our thoughts, listen to each other, and find comfort in community.
Musings on Mortality
Join us for an open conversation about end-of-life at Hospice House. Let's gather to share our thoughts, listen to each other, and find comfort in community.
Heartfelt Expressions Art Card Contest
Nanaimo Community Hospice is so excited to announce our first Heartfelt Expressions Art Card Contest! We invite community members of all ages to share their creativity and compassion by designing artwork that can be used on greeting cards.
Musings on Mortality
Join us for an open conversation about end-of-life at Hospice House. Let's gather to share our thoughts, listen to each other, and find comfort in community.
Gift of Flight – Nanaimo Community Hospice
Buy tickets online for the 2025 Nanaimo Community Gift of Flight Raffle!
Musings on Mortality
Join us for an open conversation about end-of-life at Hospice House. Let's gather to share our thoughts, listen to each other, and find comfort in community.
Sealed Bid Auction - Robert Bateman
Sealed Bid Auction for a framed print of “Family Gathering - Lioness & Cubs” by Robert Bateman.
Come on down to Nanaimo Community Hospice to place your bids! All in support of the no-cost programs and services provided by Nanaimo Community Hospice.
The auction will run until Monday, September 29, 2025.
Spin-a-thon!
Join us for a day full of fun, sun, and sweat — all in support of free Hospice services in our community.
🎉 Don’t miss this spin-tastic event!
Hike for Hospice
Join us for the Hike for Hospice—an event symbolizing unity and compassion. Walk with us while supporting Nanaimo Community Hospice's mission to provide skilled, compassionate support, education, and advocacy for those facing advanced illness, dying, and bereavement.
Bottle Drive for Hospice
Bottle Drive for Hospice
Help The Nanaimo Bars Cycle of Life Tour Team raise funds for Nanaimo Community Hospice!
Musings on Mortality
Join us for an open conversation about end-of-life at Hospice House. Let's gather to share our thoughts, listen to each other, and find comfort in community.
AGM
Join us for the 2024 Annual General Meeting of the Nanaimo Community Hospice Society.
Spin-a-thon!
Get ready to cheer on The Nanaimo Bars as they spin their hearts out to raise funds for Nanaimo Community Hospice! 🧡
Nanaimo Community Hospice Football Ticket Raffle
Buy tickets online for the 2025 Nanaimo Community Hospice Football Ticket Raffle!
Musings on Mortality
Join us for an open conversation about end-of-life at Hospice House. Let's gather to share our thoughts, listen to each other, and find comfort in community.
My Wishes, My Care: Advance Care Planning Information Session (Part 2)
My Wishes, My Care: Advance Care Planning Information Session
Join us at Hospice House for a two-part series focused on Advance Care Planning (ACP)—an essential process for thinking ahead about your health and personal care.
My Wishes, My Care: Advance Care Planning Information Session (Part 1)
My Wishes, My Care: Advance Care Planning Information Session
Join us at Hospice House for a two-part series focused on Advance Care Planning (ACP)—an essential process for thinking ahead about your health and personal care.
Fashion for Compassion
Compassion never goes out of style!
Join us for an unforgettable afternoon at Fashion for Compassion!
This fundraising lunch and fashion show will support the vital work of Nanaimo Community Hospice. It promises to be a day of style, fun, and giving back to our community.
Musings on Mortality
Join us for an open conversation about end-of-life at Hospice House. Let's gather to share our thoughts, listen to each other, and find comfort in community.
Tacos and Tunes
🌮🎶 Tacos and Tunes is back! 🎶🌮
Join us for an evening of great food, live music, and community fun in support of Nanaimo Community Hospice and the Cycle of Life Team!
Musings on Mortality
Join us for an open conversation about end-of-life at Hospice House. Let's gather to share our thoughts, listen to each other, and find comfort in community.
Musings on Mortality
Join us for an open conversation about end-of-life at Hospice House. Let's gather to share our thoughts, listen to each other, and find comfort in community.