News & Updates

Thank you to our PSWs (Personal Support Workers)! We appreciate all that you do to support the families we care for at Emily’s House, our programs/services, and our team. PSWs have dedicated their careers to helping others, and there is nothing more admirable than that. Emily’s House PSWs play a crucial…

Sending a HUGE congratulations to our very own Clinical Educator!!! Connected Care is recognizing Emily’s House Nurse, Lisa Brugger, for a Connected Care Engagement – Homecare Leadership Award for Nursing Week 2025. This award goes to a leader in paediatric homecare who has strong engagement with Connected Care, collaborating in…

Wow! Congratulations and tremendous gratitude to everyone involved in this labour of love, and gift of witness and resources to children and families on a palliative care journey. Thanks Hockey for Grace for playing full out — on the ice and off — to give back in such a beautiful…

In 2013, when two-month-old Baby Stephanie was released from hospital, she was not ready to go home. Her inoperable heart condition meant complex medical care needs, and demands her first-time parents were not prepared for. Her dad worked two jobs and long hours. Without Emily’s House, her mom would have…

Today marks the beginning of National Nursing Week which runs from May 12th-18th. National Nursing Week serves as an opportunity for us all to stand back and acknowledge and celebrate the contributions and dedication of nurses locally, nationally and internationally. This year’s theme is “The Power of Nurses to Transform Health.” This…

This Mother’s Day photoshoot was created to honour and celebrate mothers who have experienced the profound loss of an infant. We invited them to capture moments that reflect their unique motherhood journeys—whatever that looks like for them. Jewel, Brandon, and baby Aurora joined us in remembrance, taking time to honour…

Happy Mothers Day weekend! A big “thank you” and “shout out” to HERON PARK BAPTIST CHURCH for their annual donation of Mother’s Day gift bags for our mom clients – at Emily’s House and the Philip Aziz Centre for Hospice Care. Thanks also to our amazing team of volunteers and…

National Hospice Palliative Care Week is a time to celebrate and highlight the incredible work being done to provide quality palliative care across the country. Join us in recognizing the impact of palliative care on individuals and families, and to call for better access to this care for all. The…

Our Recreation team hosted a pre-Mother’s Day planter session at Emily’s House with our families on the weekend. The families shared that they had an “amazing experience” and expressed how thankful they are to be a part of Emily’s House! Wonderful to see children, moms and siblings crafting and sharing…

“In the face of unimaginable loss, you have chosen to give — your time, your voice, your hearts — to help light the way for others. Your courage, compassion, and unwavering support are an enduring gift to every family we serve.” #nvw2025 #volunteersvip #volunteersmakewaves #emilyshousevolunteers #philipazizcentrevolunteers #Familyadvisorycouncil…

One of our Volunteer Coordinators (Mike) wrote: “Please extend a heartfelt and enthusiastic welcome to our April 2025 Graduating CORE Class! Let’s celebrate their incredible hard work and dedication as they reach this significant milestone in their volunteer journey. Give a warm welcome if seeing them soon!” #emilyshouse; #childrenshospice; #philipazizcentre;…

As we come to the end of National Volunteer Week, know that our appreciation and thankfulness for your gift of time and presence, and for all you do, is all year round! THANK YOU PAC & EH VOLUNTEERS!!! #nvw2025 #volunteersvip #volunteersmakewaves #emilyshousevolunteers #philipazizcentrevolunteers…