On Saturday, October 25, Elliot Lake Palliative Care invites you to step away from the busyness of life and join us at the beautiful Laurentian Lodge for a full day of rest, renewal, and connection.

This special Wellness Retreat Fundraiser runs from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and includes a lunch. It’s the perfect opportunity to recharge your body, calm your mind, and nurture your spirit while supporting palliative care in our community.

More than just an event, the Death Café became a safe and welcoming space where people could gather to talk about something we often avoid: death and dying. But instead of fear or discomfort, the room filled with openness, curiosity, and respect.

Today, Death Cafés span 85+ countries, with thousands of free, volunteer-led gatherings, aiming to increase awareness of death and help us live more intentionally.

Grief doesn’t follow a timeline. Learn how it can appear before or long after loss—and how Elliot Lake Palliative Care Services supports you through it all.

Elliot Lake Palliative Care invites you to join us for our Annual General Meeting (AGM) happening on Monday, June 17 at 7:00 PM, 2025.

We’re thrilled to share that our Volunteer Training Program has just wrapped up, and we couldn’t be more proud of the incredible group of individuals who completed it. These new volunteers come from all walks of life, but they share one beautiful common thread: a desire to be present, to listen, and to offer comfort during life’s most tender moments.

Elliot Lake Palliative Care had the opportunity to take part in two wonderful events: the Seniors Expo and the Community Showcase. Both events were a beautiful reminder of the compassion that lives within this town and the importance of showing up for one another.

At the Elliot Lake Palliative Care Program, we walk alongside families during these tender times. And one truth we hold firm: caregivers need care too.

This article is for those asking, “How can I help the caregiver?” Whether you’re a friend, a distant relative, or a concerned community member, here are thoughtful and practical ways to care for the caregiver—so they can continue to show up without burning out.

Cookbooks can be purchased at the Gift Shop at St. Joseph General Hospital in Elliot Lake, Ontario.

Our volunteer night was an evening dedicated to acknowledging and appreciating the invaluable contributions of these remarkable individuals who play an integral role in bringing comfort and solace to those navigating the challenges of terminal illness.