Bridging Birth and Death: A Revolutionary Gathering with Doulas in Canada
May 27 - May 29, 2025 | London, Ontario, Canada
Join us for the first-ever Canadian Doula Conference, where birth and death doulas unite to explore the full spectrum of human transitions.
About the Conference:
The Collaborative Doula Conference is a unique 3 day gathering for doulas across the full spectrum of doula care, including:
Fertility and surrogacy
Pregnancy and birth
Postpartum and infant care
Grief, trauma, and loss
End-of-life and death
This event is designed to empower doulas who support individuals and families during life’s most profound transitions. Whether you’re a birth doula, postpartum doula, fertility doula, abortion doula, loss doula, menopause doula, end-of-life doula, death doula or supporting people somewhere in between, this conference will inspire you with guest speakers, lectures and workshops, community events and entertainment. Let education, inspiration and community meet. See you in May!
Featured Sessions
Holistic End-of-Life Doulaship
Presented by Erin Merelli An comprehensive curriculum designed specifically for birth doulas looking to expand their practice and understanding of end-of-life care. Explore how birth and death work intersect and enhance each other in profound ways.
Death Contemplation Workshop
Presented by Erin Merelli A transformative session focused on helping doulas navigate and overcome their own fears around death, enabling more present and effective client care.
More exciting workshops and keynote speakers to be announced soon!
What to Expect
Diverse Learning Opportunities: Engage with expert-led workshops spanning the full spectrum of doula care
Community Building: Connect with fellow doulas from across Canada
Professional Development: Enhance your practice with new skills and perspectives
Cultural Understanding: Deepen your awareness of diverse care traditions
Collaborative Environment: Share experiences and learn from colleagues across specialties
Registration Information
Early bird registration and detailed pricing information will be announced soon. Join our mailing list to be the first to know when tickets become available.