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 Ridge community as they face an unimaginable and devastating loss. Although this tragedy occurred outside [...]
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 open for bidding by our generous community the week prior to the event. If you [...]
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 the broader community are our top priority. Please consult the City of Chilliwack website and [...]
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 a calendar and it doesn’t pause simply because it is December. If this season feels [...]
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 this year has reminded us how shopping, donating, and volunteering with purpose can truly make [...]
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 their official cheque presentation to Chilliwack Hospice Society. On October 8, Executive Director Sue [...]
November is Worldwide Bereaved Siblings Month, a time to recognize the unique and often overlooked grief that follows the death of a brother or sister. Sibling grief is one form of disenfranchised grief, the kind of grief that society too often fails to acknowledge or validate. Siblings are sometimes called “the forgotten mourners,” as their loss [...]
Free event Nov. 18 marks National Grief and Bereavement Day with a time for remembrance, reflection and connection Chilliwack Hospice Society invites community members to join in a time of remembrance and reflection at its annual Memorial Celebration on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at the Chilliwack Museum and Archives (45820 Spadina Ave.). The event begins [...]
Chilliwack Hospice Society held its Annual General Meeting on June 16, welcoming new and returning members to its Board of Directors and reflecting on a year of community impact and growth. Melanie Green Executive Director Sue Knott presented the 2024–25 Annual Report, highlighting the Society’s continued commitment to providing compassionate care, education, and [...]
Throughout this year, Chilliwack Hospice Society’s Community Education Manager, Deanna Fedorkew, has facilitated a series of memorial gatherings, workshops, and wellness activities designed to support people navigating grief, dying, and end-of-life planning. Special opportunities for rituals and remembrances included the Mother’s Day Memorial on May 9 and the Father’s Day Memorial on June 13. Both [...]
