Become a member of the EOLDAC

Becoming a member of the End of Life Doula Association of Canada connects you with a community of like-minded individuals for networking, support, and training opportunities. Join us as we advocate for better end-of-life care in Canada and grow a collective of end-of-life care professionals.

Meetings are held on the second-to-last Tuesday of each month, with start times alternating between 4pm or 5pm PST / 7pm or 8pm EST. All meetings are conducted online. If you’re unable to attend, recordings are shared so you can watch them at your convenience.

View our upcoming meeting schedule here.

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Become an EOLDAC Supporting Member

Benefits:

  • Stay informed with our newsletter and attend upcoming trainings and events, including access to recorded online sessions
  • Ideal for those seeking education, resources, and support to improve the end-of-life experience for themselves, their families, and their communities
  • Welcome to attend monthly professional development sessions
  • A good option for those considering becoming a registered member in the future
  • Use of the EOLDAC logo or member directory listing is not included — see “Registered Member” below for those benefits
  • Includes voting privileges at the Annual General Meeting (AGM)
  • Supporting Member fee: $60 per year (subject to change)
Sign Up As A SUPPORTING Member

Become an EOLDAC Registered Member

Persons wishing to apply for (or renew) registered membership into the End of Life Doula Association of Canada (EOLDAC) are required to do or provide the following:

  • Agree to and sign the EOLDAC Vision, Mission Statement and Scope of Practice
  • Complete a recognized End of Life Doula education program* (proof of program completion or program synopsis may be requested by EOLDAC Board and is subject to Board approval)
  • Be able to demonstrate competency by updating and submitting additional training every 2 years, as well as engaging with other end of life doulas on a regular basis
  • Client (or family of client) references upon request
  • A satisfactory criminal record check every 5 years
  • A minimum of 40 hours experience in end-of-life care / planning and 3 clients after your education is completed and prior to application, so that you can integrate your doula training into your work.  Some ideas for building up your hours include:
    • doing advance care plans (including family members and friends)
    • providing end-of-life care services (excluding family members and friends)
    • hosting death cafes
    • volunteering at your local hospice, long term care home or hospital in a palliative care setting
    • volunteering at a Helpline
  • Keep up-to-date with Government and Health agency policies and the resources those agencies make available, in addition to gaining relevant experience in their field

Benefits:

  • Use of the EOLDAC logo and public association with the organization, including linking to and posting your affiliation to the EOLDAC
  • Access to member resources including forms, recorded training and events and our confidential Members Facebook Forum
  • Listing of your name and business on the “Hire a Doula” membership directory
  • Receive our newsletter and stay informed about upcoming trainings and events
  • Receive a registered member number — some benefits providers cover doula services; if your clients are eligible, they may submit your registration number for reimbursement
  • Access to recommended insurance providers
  • Voting privileges at the Annual General Meeting (AGM)
  • Registered Member fee: $125 per year** (A one-time processing fee of $15 is required for new applicants)

**Note: memberships are for a 12 month term, based on the date that you sign up or renew. Failure to renew will result in removal from the roster and you will no longer be permitted to use the EOLDAC logo.

Download and print the Scope of Practice »

Download and fill out the EOLDAC Registered Member Application »

For the full list of courses recognized by the EOLDAC, please check out our Become a Doula page.

If you have taken another program, please reach out to us with the course information so we can review it and discuss eligibility requirements for education, training and experience.

Apply for REGISTERED Membership