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The Challenge
On November 17th, 2011 Gloria Taylor, BC Civil Liberties and their co-plaintiffs went to the Supreme court of BC to fight for the right to die. We await the decision of Justice Lynn Smith which is expected at any time. Stay tuned, for the latest news right here.
The Beginning
In this press release, BC Civil Liberties provided an overview of the Court Challenge. Click here to read the press release.
The Plaintiff's Submission to the BC Supreme Court

Click Here to read the full submission to the Supreme Court of the Plaintiffs' evidence.
The Claim
Click here for the full text of the civil claim filed by BC Civil Liberties.
The Arguments
The civil claim is based on three arguments. Click here to read about them.
The Testimony
Dying With Dignity Canada provided an affidavit as part of the evidence filed in the case. Click here to read the testimony.
The Intervenors
Interveners in the case include the Canadian Unitarian Council, the Euthanasia Prevention Coalition and the Farewell Foundation for the Right to Die.

November 17, 2011

DWD Argues for the Right to Die

DWD Board President Meg Westley supports right to die in this interview with Sunshine Radio 981 in Orilla, Ontario. Click here to listen to the interview.

DWD Board Member Jim Stephenson takes on Afghanistan Vet who argues against right to die. Listen to the audio vault here, the program aired on November 16, 2011 at 10:07:40 a.m.

DWD Executive Director Wanda Morris speaks out for the right to die. Listen to the audio vault here, the segment aired on November 14th at 1:30.