Education
Palliative Manitoba has developed many programs and services to meet the needs of those nearing end of life as well as those needing support following the death of a loved one. Our programs and services are aimed at supporting individuals and their families in many different ways; first as a resource when they are introduced to Palliative Care, next as they move through their palliative journey to their final days and final hours. Our support for adults and children continues through the grief process; during telephone conversations, support.
Compassionate Care Course
The Compassionate Care Course is designed for anyone preparing to support individuals that are living with a life-limiting illness and those who are supporting someone grieving. Intended as training for Palliative Manitoba volunteers, registration is open to the public as space allows.
Registration is now open for the Fall Session beginning October 9, 2025.
- Online registration (Now Closed)
Individuals who wish to volunteer for Palliative Manitoba must first complete an application and be interviewed before registering for the course.
Offered twice yearly, in spring and fall, the course takes place one weekday evening for eight consecutive weeks. Students are required to attend all classes to receive a certificate. Two additional classes are added for those intending to volunteer with the organization.
Each class covers a different topic and are led by trained speakers that work in their field of specialty.
Course Registration Fees:
Palliative Manitoba Volunteer $60
Organization Sponsored Staff & Volunteers
If you have a sponsoring organization, please contact wsandler@palliativemanitoba.ca for the discount code to use at check-out.
$165
Self-Improvement/Personal Interest $200
Please contact us for more information by calling 204-889-8525 or email info@palliativemanitoba.ca
Comprehensive Grief Support Facilitator Training
Modeled off of our Compassionate Care Course, Palliative Manitoba offers a selection of adaptations tailored to the needs of specific professionals in this field, providing the tools and understanding needed to support their patients and clients as they approach the end of life and the recently bereaved.
Health Care Aides
In collaboration with the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA), Palliative Manitoba provides training twice a year to health care aides. Modeled after our Compassionate Care Course for Volunteers, this four-week course teaches those who provide direct patient care the essentials of palliative care, emphasizing how to assist clients and their families when death is near or has recently occurred.
Recruitment for this course is coordinated by the WRHA Palliative Care Program.
For WRHA Home Care Resource Coordinators and Scheduling Clerks
In addition to training WRHA Community Health Care Aides, we also provide a condensed Compassionate Care Course for their Resource Coordinators and Scheduling Clerks to encourage high levels of communication between all parties with regard to end of life scenarios. This course is offered once a year.
- Register online (coming soon)
For Direct Support Workers assisting people with disabilities
In partnership with Cropo Funeral Chapel, Palliative Manitoba provides training twice a year for direct support workers. This condensed four-week training is available to workers and their managers who are assisting individuals with intellectual and/or physical disabilities. This course is designed to educate direct support workers, in the assisted living setting, about the essentials of palliative care, emphasizing care for those approaching end of life or who are bereaved.
Recruitment for this course is coordinated by Palliative Manitoba and community agencies.
This course is currently being delivered online.
The Compassionate Care Course can be modified to meet the needs and wants of different organizations and/or community groups. For more information or to arrange a customized course, please contact 204-889-8525.
Library & Resource Centre
Palliative Manitoba’s Resource Centre and Library has a large selection of books, videos, and pamphlets available to individuals seeking support and education on loss, grief, bereavement, palliative care and end-of-life issues.
Our library includes novels, poetry, support books, and children & teen books.
It is open to the public, during regular office hours. Please call or email ahead of time to ensure there is a staff member available to assist you. If you have a specific request, our volunteer librarian would be more than happy to discuss your specific needs. All materials can be signed out free of charge.
For more information, please contact Palliative Manitoba at 204-889-8525 or info@palliativemanitoba.ca.
Events
Impact made by Palliative Manitoba over the years in the form of Support, Education programs, and more.
Poinsettias for the Holidays – Thank You
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Celebrate Life Breakfast
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Light the Memories
Every year, cards placed on the Memory Tree at St. Vital Centre over the holiday season are collected,...
Memory Tree – Thank You!
e are so grateful to everyone who makes this annual event possible from our hosts, to our partners,...
Ways to contribute to the organization
There are many ways to help ease the suffering of the dying and bereaved in Manitoba. Whether it’s a monthly donation, a planned gift or a gift in memory of a loved one, every donation, regardless of type or size, has a positive impact on Manitobans living with a life-limiting illness, their loved ones and care givers.
Donation
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