Breaking: Update on advance requests for MAID
Recently announced legislation by the federal government will not guarantee access to advance requests for MAID to anyone who does not already have it.
It’s time to tell the government: advance requests should be a legal end-of-life option across Canada.
It’s time to tell the government: advance requests should be a legal end-of-life option across Canada.
Information you can trust, for a death you can live with
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Who we are
Dying With Dignity Canada is the national human-rights charity committed to improving quality of dying, protecting end-of-life rights, and helping people across Canada avoid unwanted suffering.
What we do
Ensuring access to quality end-of-life choice and care through advocacy, education, and support.
Advocacy
We advocate for assisted dying rules – and other end-of-life options – that respect the Canadian Constitution and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Education & resources
We educate people across Canada about all their legal end-of-life options, including the constitutional right to medical assistance in dying (MAID), and the importance of Advance Care Planning.
End-of-life support
We provide support to adults suffering from a grievous and irremediable medical condition who wish to die on their own terms.
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Join a community of passionate advocates and supporters who believe in end-of-life choice. There are many ways to get involved.
Empower. Inform. Protect your rights.