Demonstrated by the findings shared above, the mixed methods siting model introduced here has
resulted in slightly different SPCH siting suitability rankings for rural and remote communities
across BC. Changes are most pronounced for communities that are most distant from the highly
populated southwest of the province and those that hold mid-level ranks, when compared with
the rankings generated by the original quantitative model. The lack of significant differentiation
between the findings of the two models is not seen as a shortcoming. Instead, inclusion of the
community readiness “arm,” which is depicted in Figure 2, is of great importance because it
responds to on-the-ground observations from community members. Thus, the revised model
presented herein offers a more robust assessment of community suitability and readiness to be
designated as a SPCH and ultimately enhance its local palliative care service provision.