News & Stories
With the Tumbler Ridge Community | Standing Together in Grief and Solidarity
Chilliwack Hospice Society is profoundly saddened by the tragic events that unfolded yesterday in Tumbler Ridge. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the families of those who have died and to the students, staff, first responders, and the entire Tumbler [...]
Auction Preview | 13th Annual Hometown Hoedown for Hospice
Auction items are starting to be collected as Chilliwack Hospice Society prepares to host the 13th annual Hometown Hoedown for Hospice on Saturday, Apr. 11, 2026. This year's auction will be held online as in previous years and will be [...]
Inclement Weather Update: Chilliwack Hospice Society and Thrifty Boutique
Chilliwack Hospice Society and Thrifty Boutique will be open today — Tuesday, December 16 — and will resume regular programming for the remainder of the week, pending weather conditions. The safety and well-being of our clients, customers, volunteers, staff, and [...]
Coping with grief during the holidays
The holiday season can bring up complex emotions for anyone grieving the death of someone important. While others may be celebrating, many people are navigating memories, changes in routine, and the absence of someone they deeply miss. Grief doesn’t follow [...]
Thrifty Boutique celebrates its 16th year of community, compassion and sustainability
It’s been a season full of energy, connection, and purpose at Thrifty Boutique — a reflection of the generosity and heart that make our store such a special part of Chilliwack. From creative community events to meaningful recognition, every moment [...]
Dogwood Monarch Lions Club donates $20,000 to support hospice care
Chilliwack Hospice Society has received a generous $20,000 donation from the Dogwood Monarch Lions Club in support of local grief and palliative programs. Sue Knott (centre) attended ‘bingo night’ on October 23 where the Dogwood Monarch Lions Club made [...]
Hospice in the News
July 27, 2026: Chilliwack Hospice Society celebrates 40 years of community-driven grief support (The Chilliwack Progress)
March 16, 2026: Here to help: Caring for the caregiver (The Chilliwack Progress)
November 16, 2025: Finding community at times of sudden loss (The Chilliwack Progress)
September 24, 2025: ‘Extraordinary’ discovery: Suspected Roman treasure shows up in Chilliwack thrift shop (Vancouver Sun)
August 4, 2025: Rainbow Bridge Memorial honours cherished pets and our grief in losing them (The Chilliwack Progress)
May 21, 2024: Video game system helps grieving kids connect with Chilliwack hospice (The Chilliwack Progress)
March 6, 2024: Grieving for pets (CBC Radio)
April 11, 2023: Longtime volunteer receives Canada’s highest honour for 3,500 hours with Chilliwack Hospice Society (The Chilliwack Progress)
March 18, 2015: Lucy Fraser announced as Chilliwack’s Woman of the Year (The Chilliwack Progress)