Workshop · Virtual
Head & Heart: End of Life Planning ~ A Day of Learning and Reflection
An experience you won't find anywhere else
There's more to end-of-life planning than getting your legal and financial affairs in order. The piece surrounding advance care planning most people skip is the emotional aspect, considering what their legacy will be and how they can support those they leave behind with a road map of what matters most to them.
Join us for a day of learning and reflection as we invite you to explore, define and craft your end-of-life plans within a community of care. Hosted by two end-of-life care providers, we'll focus on what truly matters ~ the ripples we create while living and the stories we leave behind.
- When
- Sun, Nov 22, 2026, 10:00 a.m. PDT
- Format
- Virtual
- Price
- $125.00 USD
Who is this for?
This guided workshop is ideal for anyone who has started to explore these topics but is uncertain what to do next. Some people come because they know they have gaps in their advance plans, and others are compelled by a life-changing experience such as a difficult diagnosis or the death of a loved one.
It's also for those who have been meaning to do this work for years and need one contained day to begin, rather than a commitment that stretches across weeks. Wherever you're starting from, this experience invites you to explore your mortality with openness, practical wisdom, and compassionate guidance.
What to expect
Four virtual hours together, with pauses woven into the day. You'll be in the company of others doing this same work, with moments to connect with one another and time to reflect on your own mortality. You're never asked to share more than you want to, and we will guide you through the questions and prompts.
You'll leave with practical tools, curated resources, thoughtful next steps, and the confidence that comes from understanding your options and feeling empowered to leave a road map for your loved ones.
Why this matters
Most people start their end-of-life planning in a legal setting, often in the middle of a crisis. We believe there's a better way, one that recognizes the emotional experiences of this incredibly important work.
By setting aside a single day and coming together as a community to explore these topics, you will not only begin to get your practical and emotional affairs in order, you will also be gifted the opportunity to consider what you need and want surrounding your own end-of-life experience, as well as of those you love.
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Register NowWhat participants say
I told people that while I thought I was "prepared" with my will, POA and Healthcare directive, I realized in this course that there is SO much more to do. Megan and Christa offered practical information as well as wonderful stories and ritual examples.
You will get concrete information that will help you with end-of-life planning, as well as interaction with wonderful people and inspiration to put your legacy in place.
Megan & Christa bring their collective gifts together to weave a beautiful experience with tangible take aways. This is for any aged person who wants to explore meaning and legacy (and maybe a push to get their wills, Section 9 representation agreement & enduring power of attorney paperwork done once they get back!)
I came to this with a very loosely articulated legacy and End of Life plan. I left with tools and inspiration to carry the plan forward. I was nurtured by caring, interesting, motivated people to share my journey. The workshops were wise, well-organized, creative and caring.
This was a wonderful combination of "head" and "heart". I now feel more confident in ensuring my paperwork is done well, and living each day fully, making a positive impact on my community.
Facilitators
Megan Sheldon
Megan Sheldon (she/her) is a cultural mythologist, humanist celebrant, end-of-life doula, and co-founder of Be Ceremonial, the world's first guided ritual and ceremony platform. She is the author of Ritual Without Religion: A Humanist Guide to Creating Secular Ceremonies, and has spent years crafting ceremonies across the life cycle, with a focus on grief and loss. Her passion is helping people cross the silent thresholds and mark those seemingly invisible moments of change with meaning.
Christa Ovenell
Christa Ovenell (she/her) is a licensed funeral director/embalmer, end-of-life doula, educator, and founder of Death’s Apprentice Education & Planning. Known for bringing the practical side of death and dying into clear focus, she draws on an M.Ed. in Adult Education from UBC and years of professional experience in death care to make complex systems, choices, and planning easier to understand. She is also a CBC columnist and has built a large, highly engaged online community around helping people understand their options and make informed decisions.
Frequently asked questions
Space is limited - we'd love to have you.
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