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Our beautiful acknowledgement tree has grown new leaves! We have recently updated our tree with new names of donors. Thanks to Dan Wall of Wall Street Woodworking for creating this beautiful tree, and to all of our donors for your contributions that added leaves to our tree. We are very grateful for your support, thank you!

If you would like to have your name added to a leaf on the donor acknowledgement tree, and have questions about how to do so, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca

The residents of the Whistler Blackcomb Foundation Sea to Sky Community Hospice were treated to a beautiful performance of violin music by the very talented musician, Izumi Inoue. Izumi played on behalf of the Hospice Society to the delight of all of those fortunate to be in the audience. Thank you for your time and very lovely music Izumi!

The Sea to Sky Hospice Society had a booth at the 25th annual Brackendale Fall Fair this past weekend. A huge round of applause to the wonderful volunteers that came out to assist with selling many pieces of artwork as we worked to raise funds for the programs and services that are provided for free to the Sea to Sky Community.

There was a fantastic turn out of people enjoying the day, kids rolling in the hay, racing zucchini boats and sampling delicious food. We sold many of our donated pieces and enjoyed telling interested people about the art and the Hospice Society services.

A big thank you to AJ of Canadian Tire for kindly donating two big folding tables that provided space for us to work off of, selling memberships and displaying artwork. Thanks for your support AJ!

We’re having a booth at the Brackendale Fall Fair on Saturday, Sept. 9th from 10 am – 5 pm. We will be selling artwork to raise funds for our programs and services that we provide to the Sea to Sky community. Show your support by joining us at the fair and taking home a beautiful piece of art for your home.

Now is the time to renew your Sea to Sky Hospice Society annual membership. Show your support by purchasing a new membership or renewing last year’s membership now. Your membership gives you voting priviledges at the Annual General Meeting, as well as keeping you informed of any events and activities that are coming up. Our fall programs are starting up in September with drop in grief groups, evening bereavement walks, caregiver support groups, book club evenings and much more.

Membership fees are:

Annual – $20

Family – $30

Corporate – $50

The membership currently run from Jan. 1 – Dec. 31

Follow this link to sign up for your membership today – Membership Application Form

The first 20 people to sign up or renew will be entered into a draw to win 4 X 400 gram bags of delicious Moja Coffee, generously donated by Louie Soave of Soave.

Come out tomorrow, Saturday June 24th from 8am until noon, at Alice Lake, to watch Katie Coombs and the other swimmers of ‘Swim Wild’ as they swim in support of the Sea to Sky Hospice Society! All of the funds that she raises will go towards supporting the programs and services of the Hospice Society.

We are so grateful for this ‘third party’ fundraising initiative being done on our behalf, thank you Katie for thinking of us!

We are one week into our month of fundraising for the programs and services that we offer to the Sea to Sky community.  Join us today by creating a team in support of hospice or make a donation to help us reach our goal of $40,000! We are excited to report that the biking, hiking and running communities have all formed teams, and now the Squamish Seniors Line Dance Troop have joined as well! Get active this month in support of your Hospice Society!

Follow this link to our fundraising page to create a team or make a donation: 17th Annual Hike for Hospice

The Grief and Bereavement Counsellor provides short term focused treatment to help people who are struggling with grief which may include individuals and/or families. The duties will include: planning patient’s counselling sessions, conducting therapy sessions with them, and making suggestions to help each patient manage their grief in the healthiest ways possible.

This is a one year contract position.

To learn more, please follow this link: Bereavement Support Counsellor Job Description

To apply please email info@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca with your resume and a cover letter.

The Sea to Sky Hospice Society is hosting the 17th Annual Hike for Hospice fundraising event from Monday May 1 through May 31.

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Grief and Loss Art Exploration

When there are no words, sometimes art can open the heart. In this small closed group, Vancouver Art Therapy Institute practicum student Angela Walsh Noble provides an inclusive and supportive environment in which to gain confidence to creatively explore grief and loss, and to heal. Participants will use a variety of materials. No art experience necessary, and all materials are provided. Sea to Sky Hospice Society provides a bereavement support volunteer during this session.

Pemberton resident Angela Walsh Noble holds both a BFAH and a B.Ed. from Queen’s University, and an M.Ed. in Art Education from UBC. With more than 20 years of experience, Angela is a veteran community art educator.

Occurs every Wednesday evening from May 7-28, 2025, from 6-8pm

In the Pemberton District Community Centre, Room D

Preregistration is necessary, please contact:

jody.kramer@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca

Or call 604-892-6051 ext. 5

Squamish Infant Loss Peer Support Group:

Over a 4 week period, together, we will share our love and heartache, and focus on how to grow WITH our grief, with grace and love. If you are a newly bereaved parent, or several birthdays have gone by, you are welcome to attend this small group. Registration required.

Wednesday evenings April 2-23, from 7-8:30pm, in the Hospice Program Room 

For Questions and Registration:  jody.kramer@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca / 604-892-6051, ext 5

Grief & Bereavement Walks:

Join us for a gentle forest walk where your grief is welcome. Whether your loss is recent or several anniversaries have passed, our Hospice Volunteers will welcome you into this peer support group. Look for the Hospice-branded backpacks and/or hats. No registration required.

Thursday Mornings (10-11:30) January through June 2025: Meet at the Adventure Centre (Coffee chat at Cafe Garibaldi following the walk)

Tuesday evenings (6-7pm) meet at the Squamish Public Library

For Questions and Registration:  jody.kramer@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca / 604-892-6051, ext 5

Grief and Loss Art Exploration

When there are no words, sometimes art can open the heart. In this small closed group, Vancouver Art Therapy Institute practicum student Angela Walsh Noble provides an inclusive and supportive environment in which to gain confidence to creatively explore grief and loss, and to heal. Participants will use a variety of materials. No art experience necessary, and all materials are provided. Sea to Sky Hospice Society provides a bereavement support volunteer during this session.

Pemberton resident Angela Walsh Noble holds both a BFAH and a B.Ed. from Queen’s University, and an M.Ed. in Art Education from UBC. With more than 20 years of experience, Angela is a veteran community art educator.

Occurs every Wednesday evening from May 7-28, 2025, from 6-8pm

In the Pemberton District Community Centre, Room D

Preregistration is necessary, please contact:

jody.kramer@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca

Or call 604-892-6051 ext. 5

Squamish Infant Loss Peer Support Group:

Over a 4 week period, together, we will share our love and heartache, and focus on how to grow WITH our grief, with grace and love. If you are a newly bereaved parent, or several birthdays have gone by, you are welcome to attend this small group. Registration required.

Wednesday evenings April 2-23, from 7-8:30pm, in the Hospice Program Room 

For Questions and Registration:  jody.kramer@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca / 604-892-6051, ext 5

Join us as we celebrate the important programs and services we provide to the Sea to Sky comunity. May is a month of fundraising for the 19th annual Hike for Hospice.

Saturday, May 31st at O’Siyam  Pavilion and Junction Park from 11 am to 2 pm.

Food, music, family entertainment and so much more!

Grief & Bereavement Walks:

Join us for a gentle forest walk where your grief is welcome. Whether your loss is recent or several anniversaries have passed, our Hospice Volunteers will welcome you into this peer support group. Look for the Hospice-branded backpacks and/or hats. No registration required.

Thursday Mornings (10-11:30) January through June 2025: Meet at the Adventure Centre (Coffee chat at Cafe Garibaldi following the walk)

Tuesday evenings (6-7pm) meet at the Squamish Public Library

For Questions and Registration:  jody.kramer@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca / 604-892-6051, ext 5

Squamish Infant Loss Peer Support Group:

Over a 4 week period, together, we will share our love and heartache, and focus on how to grow WITH our grief, with grace and love. If you are a newly bereaved parent, or several birthdays have gone by, you are welcome to attend this small group. Registration required.

Wednesday evenings April 2-23, from 7-8:30pm, in the Hospice Program Room 

For Questions and Registration:  jody.kramer@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca / 604-892-6051, ext 5

Grief & Bereavement Walks:

Join us for a gentle forest walk where your grief is welcome. Whether your loss is recent or several anniversaries have passed, our Hospice Volunteers will welcome you into this peer support group. Look for the Hospice-branded backpacks and/or hats. No registration required.

Thursday Mornings (10-11:30) January through June 2025: Meet at the Adventure Centre (Coffee chat at Cafe Garibaldi following the walk)

Tuesday evenings (6-7pm) meet at the Squamish Public Library

For Questions and Registration:  jody.kramer@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca / 604-892-6051, ext 5

Squamish Infant Loss Peer Support Group:

Over a 4 week period, together, we will share our love and heartache, and focus on how to grow WITH our grief, with grace and love. If you are a newly bereaved parent, or several birthdays have gone by, you are welcome to attend this small group. Registration required.

Wednesday evenings April 2-23, from 7-8:30pm, in the Hospice Program Room 

For Questions and Registration:  jody.kramer@seatoskyhospicesociety.ca / 604-892-6051, ext 5