Hospice Northwest Services

09/02/2026

TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE FOR THE RUBY CELEBRATION!
https://www.hospicenorthwest.ca/give/ruby-celebration/
Ruby Celebration Ticket $100

Itinerary for the Event - Doors open at 6:15 pm

Signature Ruby Cocktail (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) upon entrance
Gourmet hors-d’œuvre by Pinetree Catering
6:15: Thunder Bay Symphony Trio performance
6:40: Opening prayer by Elder Beatrice Twance-Hynes
Exploring our Past, Present and Future with special guest speakers and MCs Drs. Kevin Miller and Kathy Kortes-Miller
Wine Pull tickets on sale throughout the event
History Walk
Photo Booth by PhotoBee
7:15: Mackinley's Delusions Performance
8:15: Carla and Carlo from Viva/Undercover
9:00: 50/50 winning ticket announced
9:30: Silent Auction wraps up
10:00: Event wraps up

09/01/2026

For those looking for Information and support on palliative and end-of-life care, loss and grief, an excellent online source is the Canadian Virtual Hospice website.

Canadian Virtual Hospice is a trusted resource offering information, support, and practical tools for people living with life-limiting illness, their families, caregivers, and healthcare providers. 💜

From answers to difficult questions to resources for navigating end-of-life care, Canadian Virtual Hospice helps people feel informed, supported, and less alone.
Learn more and find support when you need it.

Information and support on palliative and end-of-life care, loss and grief. Our team of experts can answer your questions about life-threatening illness and loss.

09/01/2026

Tickets are now on sale for Hospice Northwest's 40th Anniversary Ruby Celebration 50/50 Cash Raffle! The total pot is currently at $2,530 (winner takes $1,265). Ticket Sales End: Thu, October 15, 2026 Tickets can be purchased here: https://rafflebox.ca/raffle/hospicenorthwest/

Raffle Licence #: RAF1566266

08/31/2026

Hospice Northwest Services is hosting an upcoming Circle of Friends Workshop entitled: When Men Grieve – Honouring Loss, Finding Support. The workshop will be held on Thursday September 24th from 6 - 8 pm at the Hospice Northwest office.

Loss changes us, and everyone grieves differently. This two-hour workshop explores men's experiences of grief, the pressures and expectations they may face, and healthy ways to navigate life after loss. Join us for an open, supportive conversation about healing, resilience, and connection.
Registration is required. Please contact 807-626-5570.

Thank you to Sargent and Son and Blake Funeral Chapels for their ongoing support of the Circle of Friends workshop series.

08/28/2026

The Hospice Northwest office will be closed from 11:30 am-4:00 pm today for a staff retreat. We apologize for any inconvenience.

08/27/2026

"I'm just grateful to be given this opportunity to be one of the people who gets to attend this support group. And a free group at that and one that provides me with a ride to and from, and also provides food." ~ Hospice Northwest Program Participant

This powerful statement comes from a client who benefited from the Client Transportation Fund grant provided by the Thunder Bay Community Foundation.

Transportation barriers can prevent people from accessing vital supports. Thanks to this funding, we were able to help many community members travel to and from our programs and services.

We are grateful to the Thunder Bay Community Foundation for helping make our services more accessible and ensuring more people can receive the support they need.

Bay Community Foundation

08/26/2026

Volunteers Needed!
Apply online today: https://www.hospicenorthwest.ca/volunteer/
Call Melissa 807-626-5572 to learn more about how your time can make a difference today. See less

08/25/2026

Hospice Northwest's family is growing! We are pleased to welcome Victoria Stewart to our team, who is taking on the role of Operations Assistant.

"I’m excited to join Hospice Northwest as an Operations Assistant and support the team’s meaningful work throughout our community. As a longtime resident of Thunder Bay, I feel a strong connection to the people, places, and values that make this community special. With a background in administration and business support, I enjoy helping operations run smoothly, staying organized behind the scenes, and collaborating with others to make a positive impact.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time outdoors with my family, whether camping, fishing, or being on the water. I appreciate the chance to slow down, connect, and share those experiences with the people closest to me."

Welcome Victoria!

08/21/2026

Hospice Northwest is pleased to welcome Colleen Kennedy to the HNW team!

Colleen is excited to be joining the wonderful team at Hospice Northwest. Colleen brings extensive experience in fundraising, donor stewardship, grant writing, sponsorship development, and nonprofit administration. Most recently, she served as Director of Development with the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra, where she helped secure philanthropic support through annual campaigns, grants, sponsorships, donor engagement, and stewardship initiatives. A Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), Colleen is passionate about building relationships and connecting donors with causes that make a meaningful difference in the community. A long-time resident of Thunder Bay, she is excited to support Hospice Northwest's mission and help strengthen the community support that enables compassionate care and services for individuals and families across Northwestern Ontario.

We are excited to have her as a wonderful addition to the HNW mission.

08/20/2026

Volunteers Needed!
Apply online today: https://www.hospicenorthwest.ca/volunteer/
Call Melissa 807-626-5572 to learn more about how your time can make a difference today.