October 8, 2026 · 12:30 - 2:00 pm
Innovation Challenge 2026

Join the Canadian Virtual Hospice and dynamic emcee Dr. Cory Ingram, of the Mayo Clinic for the 2026 Innovation Challenge. Six finalists will pitch their palliative care innovations in a high-energy, "Dragons' Den" style competition, selected through a peer review of 35+ submissions from 12 countries around the world.

The winner will be named International Palliative Care Innovator of 2026 and awarded a prize from Canadian Virtual Hospice.

Don't miss your chance to join the live audience vote and help our panel of eminent judges crown the winning innovator!

Objectives
  • Learn about six programs, services, resources or approaches from around the world that have improved hospice and palliative care in health facilities, programs, communities, or countries.
  • Evaluate the innovations of the six finalists and submit your vote for International Palliative Care Innovator of 2026.