Canuck Place Children's Hospice
Matilda Williams-Obiajunwa is an experienced professional currently serving as the Executive Director at Sisters in Canada Wellness Society and the Development Coordinator for Cause Marketing and Partnerships at Canuck Place Children's Hospice. Matilda has held the position of Projects Director at Daivyan Children Cancer Foundation since March 2016, focusing on providing care and support for children diagnosed with cancer in Nigeria. Additional experience includes roles as Sales Marketing Consultant at Rainbow Systems BC, Philanthropy Assistant at Peace Arch Hospital Foundation, and Retail Assistant at TJX Canada. Matilda holds a postgraduate diploma in Educational Administration and Planning from the University of Lagos, completed in August 2017, and a Bachelor's degree from the same institution, obtained in August 2012.
Canuck Place Children's Hospice
Canuck Place Children’s Hospice is British Columbia and Yukon’s pediatric palliative care provider. Over 871 children living with life-threatening illnesses and families from five provincial health regions receive Canuck Place inpatient and outpatient care (in home/in hospital). Canuck Place operates 13 patient beds and 8 family suites through two hospices in Vancouver and Abbotsford. Services include medical respite and family support, pain and symptom management, 24-hour virtual care, music and recreation therapy, education and art, grief, loss, and bereavement counselling, as well as end-of-life care. Through the investment of the community, our talented team, and over 400 energetic volunteers we make a lasting difference in the lives of children and the families who love them. Canuck Place is proud to be recognized for: - Supporting Lines High Performance Award (2022, 2021, 2020)