We aim to make dying an experience that holds the potential for profound meaning and transformation for both the dying, and the communities supporting them.
Purpose
The CEOLC Program was developed as part of a larger effort to improve end of life care in Canada. We are committed to our role as a leader in a revolutionary development of human awareness that is transforming how we live, die and relate to others.
Schedule
Through 5 modules scheduled over a 5 month period (4 virtual weekend sessions), you will learn with leading clinicians and practitioners in the growing field of end of life care. Modules consist of experiential components, readings, and personal reflections.
Approach
You will be introduced to a multiplicity of tools and practices which allow you to serve the dying with sensitivity and skill while cultivating capacity for presence and compassion through the practice of mindfulness and therapeutic relationship approaches.

Featured Organization
An innovative gathering of some of the most influential, stimulating and inspirational minds and change-makers; from leaders in the fields of end life care & medicine, to wellness, art and spirituality. Join us as we re-imagine, experience and reconcile our relationship and understanding of life and death. Join the movement to explore how we can transform how we die & celebrate life!
Contemplative Approach
Our training program introduces a contemplative dimension to end of life care through educating and enhancing a trainees' fluency in the bio-psycho-social-spiritual and legal, ethical and medical dimensions of caring for the dying and preparing them to serve in a variety of environments including private homes, hospices, and community organizations.

Affordability
- Flexible Payment Plans
- Scholarships Available
- Learn more for less
Virtual Program
- Virtual Classroom via Zoom
- Part-time Weekend Schedule
- Study from anywhere
Faculty Experience
- Learn with Local & International Visionaries in EOL
- Practical & Experiential in-class exercises
- Connections & Resources in EOLC
Ready to find out more about our CEOLC Program?
Drop us a line today and we will connect to answer all of your questions.
You cannot peel away death from life.
Part of the problem is we've sequestered the two.
We are beyond honoured to work with some of the most experienced, skilled and generous practitioners in End of Life Care.

Russell Hilliard
MSW/Music Therapist

Mutamba Rainos
Musician/Educator

Nino Sekopet
Psychotherapist

Rosemarie Baker
Palliative Care Nurse

Sameet Kumar
Psychotherapist

Sun Drews
Funeral Director

Kunga Sherab
Khenpo/Professor

Anne Huizingh
Funeral Director

Jerrigrace Lyons
Death Educator

Marco Mascarin
Psychotherapist

Tiana Dargent
Queer Deathcare Advocate

Mahoganie Hines
Palliative Care Nurse

Henry Fersko-Weiss
Social Worker

Ken Pittawanakwat
Grief Educator

Amelia Manera
Lawyer

Barb Philips
End of Life Doula/Educator
For current schedule & dates open the application.
We have crafted a series of CEU and public interest events in the areas of end of life care, living and dying well with both local and international visionaries, authors and teachers. It is a wonderful way to experience the environment of mindful, compassionate learning that we have created at ITM.
Sign up and we will keep you updated on all the upcoming events, gatherings and teachings.
Dying in Good Hands: Certificate Training with Christine Sutherland
Who Should Join
- Hospice & Longterm Care Workers
- Integrative Health Professionals
- Massage Therapists
- Volunteers, Family & Friends
Curriculum
- Effective, safe massage & hydrotherapy
- Massage techniques for various conditions
- Practical training at local end of life facility
- Wheel Chair Massage
Christine Sutherland
- Over 3 decades of teaching massage
- Co-Founder of Sutherland-Chan School
- International Speaker/Teacher
- Author of Dying & Birthing in Good Hands