At Chilliwack Hospice Society, small comforts can make a big difference. Through a generous $1,500 grant from the Chilliwack Foundation in fall 2024, the Society recently purchased and installed new fridges at both its main office on Vedder Road and at Thrifty Boutique, the Society’s social enterprise thrift store. These upgrades are already making a [...]
Evergreen Hall was filled with flair, fashion, and community spirit on Saturday, May 10, as Thrifty Boutique hosted its 7th annual Fashionista Fashion Show in support of Chilliwack Hospice Society. With record-breaking ticket sales and more than 300 guests, models, and volunteers in attendance, the evening was a resounding success — raising $13,760 in support [...]
From May 4–10, 2025, Chilliwack Hospice Society joins organizations across Canada in recognizing National Hospice Palliative Care Week — a time to honour the importance of palliative care and raise awareness about the many ways it supports individuals and families facing serious illness. Led by the Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association (CHPCA), this year’s theme, [...]
During National Volunteer Week, Chilliwack Hospice Society is proud to recognize the tremendous impact of community volunteers—like Joan Beldam—whose generosity and dedication continue to strengthen local support services for those facing dying, death, and grief. Joan Beldam (left) with Sue Knott, Executive Director, and Phoebe We were honoured to be the recipient of [...]
Chilliwack Hospice Society extends our heartfelt thanks to the Provincial Employees Community Services Fund (PECSF) for their generous support through the semiannual disbursement of pledged donations. These funds represent the incredible compassion of BC Public Service employees who chose to support our organization during the 2023 PECSF fall campaign, and we are deeply grateful. PECSF [...]
Every year on April 16, Canadians are encouraged to reflect on a powerful question: If you couldn’t speak for yourself in a medical emergency, who would you trust to make decisions on your behalf? Today, on Advance Care Planning Day in Canada, Chilliwack Hospice Society joins individuals and organizations across Canada in raising awareness about [...]
Earlier this year, Chilliwack Hospice Society was honoured to receive a generous donation from Chilliwack PieceMakers Quilting Guild. Each year, the Guild invites its members to nominate and vote for a local charity that demonstrates exceptional service to the community. We’re grateful to have been selected as this year’s recipient. In addition to recognizing the [...]
On March 19, 2025, in a ceremony led by Chilliwack-Hope MP Mark Strahl, Marilyn Vik was honoured with the King Charles III Coronation Medal, recognizing her exceptional service and dedication to the community. This prestigious award celebrates Canadians who have significantly contributed to their communities, and Marilyn's extensive volunteer work exemplifies this spirit. Marilyn [...]
Chilliwack Hospice Society is grateful to reveal the results of the 12th annual Hometown Hoedown for Hospice, held on Saturday, April 5 at Evergreen Hall, which raised over $59,000 for the benefit of the Society’s free grief support and palliative care support programs for children, youth, and adults in Chilliwack and the surrounding communities. [...]
Chilliwack Hospice Society is honoured to be named Non-Profit of the Year at the 2025 Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards. This award recognizes a charitable or non-profit organization that significantly contributes to the overall health and livability of the community by enhancing well-being, serving underserved populations, and providing meaningful educational opportunities. Executive Director [...]
