NSHPCA 2027 Conference Abstract Submission

Nova Scotia Hospice Palliative Care Association Conference 2027

May 6–7, 2027 | Pictou County Wellness Centre, New Glasgow, Nova Scotia
Care Without Boundaries: Palliative Care Across Settings and Stages of Life

NSHPCA invites abstract submissions that align with the conference theme and contribute to practical learning, knowledge exchange, and meaningful discussion.

Submissions may reflect research, clinical practice, community-based work, lived experience, education, innovation, or collaborative approaches to care. We welcome diverse perspectives that reflect the many settings, stages of life, populations, and people involved in hospice palliative care.

Presenters are encouraged to consider equity, accessibility, cultural safety, and meaningful engagement of people with lived experience where relevant.

Submission Deadline: January 8 , 2027

Notification of Acceptance: March 1, 2027

Estimated Completion Time: 20-30 minutes

For inquiries, please contact the NSHPCA, through email at conference@nshpca.ca.

SECTION 1: Primary Presenter Information
1.1 Full Name
1.2 Email
Confirmation and all correspondence will be sent to this email.
1.3 Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
1.4 Professional Title/Role
1.5 Organization or Community Group Name (if applicable)
1.6 Primary Presenter Bio - Highlighting relevant expertise or lived experience.

SECTION 2: Additional Presenter(s) Information (Optional)
2.1 Do you have co-presenters?
2.2 Number of Co-Presenters
Maximum 4 co-presenters (5 presenters total including you)
Co-Presenter 1
2.2.1 Co-Presenter 1: Full Name
2.2.2 Co-Presenter 1: Email
2.2.3 Co-Presenter 1: Professional Title/Role
2.2.4 Co-Presenter 1: Organization/Affiliation
2.2.5 Co-Presenter 1: Bio - Highlighting relevant expertise or lived experience.

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Co-Presenter 2
2.2.6 Co-Presenter 2: Full Name
2.2.7 Co-Presenter 2: Email
2.2.8 Co-Presenter 2: Professional Title/Role
2.2.9 Co-Presenter 2: Organization/Affiliation
2.2.10 Co-Presenter 2: Bio - Highlighting relevant expertise or lived experience.

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Co-Presenter 3
2.2.11 Co-Presenter 3: Full Name
2.2.12 Co-Presenter 3: Email
2.2.13 Co-Presenter 3: Professional Title/Role
2.2.14 Co-Presenter 3: Organization/Affiliation
2.2.15 Co-Presenter 3: Bio - Highlighting relevant expertise or lived experience.

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Co-Presenter 4
2.2.16 Co-Presenter 4: Full Name
2.2.17 Co-Presenter 4: Email
2.2.18 Co-Presenter 4: Professional Title/Role
2.2.19 Co-Presenter 4: Organization/Affiliation
2.2.20 Co-Presenter 4: Bio - Highlighting relevant expertise or lived experience.

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SECTION 4. Technical and Space Requirements

Please identify any specific requirements for your session, such as audiovisual equipment, internet access, room setup, space for interactive activities, or accessibility accommodations. While we will make every effort to accommodate requests, specific equipment and room configurations cannot be guaranteed. Availability and arrangements will be confirmed upon acceptance of your presentation.
4.1 Let us know what you need to deliver your session effectively (select all that apply)
Please specify:

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SECTION 5. Equity Consideration & Lived Experience (Optional)

Note: This question is optional and will not be used to disqualify any submission. It is intended to help create a diverse and inclusive program that values community voice.
5.1 We invite you to indicate whether your session is informed by or incorporates lived experience, culturally specific perspectives, equity and inclusion, accessibility, trauma-informed approaches, or culturally responsive and culturally safe practices. This information will help NSHPCA develop a conference program that reflects diverse perspectives, experiences, and approaches to hospice palliative care.

SECTION 6. Accessibility & Accommodations (Optional)

If you require accessibility accommodations to present (e.g., mobility access, breaks, etc.), please indicate your needs. We are committed to supporting all presenters.
6.1 Do you require accessibility accommodations to present?
6.2 Please describe your accessibility needs

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7. REVIEW & SELECTION PROCESS

All submissions will be reviewed by a diverse committee using a scoring rubric. The review will consider how well the proposal fits the theme, the quality and clarity of the content, and how it reflects equity and inclusion values. Presenters will be notified of decisions by March 1, 2027, and must confirm participation by March 19, 2027.
7.1 Presenter Expectations (if accepted)
- Confirm participation by March 1, 2027
- Share bio, session title and synopsis of presentation
- Register for the Conference (discount code will be provided for minimum of 1 presenter)
- Submit final presentation materials by April 9, 2027
- Arrive at your session 15 minutes early for AV check
- Be available for the full duration of the scheduled session
- Adhere to time limits to respect attendees and fellow presenters
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Before submitting, please review your responses. You will receive a confirmation email at the address you provided. If you do not receive a confirmation within 24 hours, please contact NSHPCA at conference@nshpca.ca.
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