The Legislative Assembly of British Columbia has opened a public consultation on Bill M 232: the Long-Term Care and Hospice Access and Transparency Act.
This is an important opportunity for individuals, families, caregivers, community organizations, and health partners across the province to share their experiences and perspectives on:

- Access to hospice and palliative care

- Quality and continuity of care

- Transparency in long-term care and end-of-life services

- Support for families and caregivers

Public input plays a meaningful role in helping decision makers better understand the realities communities are facing and how policies can be strengthened to improve care.

The BC Hospice Palliative Care Association will be submitting a sector informed response and encourages hospice societies, partners, and members of the general public to participate.

You may wish to share:

• experiences accessing hospice or palliative care services

• service gaps or challenges in your community

• the importance of grief and bereavement supports

• ideas for improving care transitions and communication

• perspectives on how communities can be better supported at end of life

Even a short submission can help ensure community voices are heard.

This consultation aligns with BCHPCA’s ongoing advocacy to strengthen awareness of hospice palliative care, improve access across the province, and support families through serious illness, dying, and grief.

Deadline to participate: March 24, 2026 at 3:00 PM (Pacific Time)

Submissions can be made through the provincial consultation portal:
https://consultation-portal.leg.bc.ca/consultations/194

We encourage you to share this opportunity within your networks to help ensure diverse perspectives from across BC are presented.   

For additional background, please refer to the information letter attached below.

BCHPCA Bill M 232, LTC Access and Transparency Act 2026 March 17.2026.pdf