Barrie and Simcoe County Chapter
Local Chapter
About Us
Barrie and Simcoe County Chapter started in 2024 as Dying With Dignity Canada’s 12th Chapter. Undaunted by size, the Chapter plans to serve the cities of Barrie and Orillia, the towns of Bradford West Gwillimbury, Collingwood, Innisfil, Midland, New Tecumseth (including Alliston, Beeton and Tottenham), Penetanguishene, and Wasaga Beach and the townships of Adjala-Tosoronto, Clearview, Essa, Oro-Medonte, Ramara, Severn, Springwater, Tay and Tiny.
As a new Chapter, we are focusing immediate efforts on:
- Advocacy
- Outreach
- Sharing information about national issues and local events through social media
Our Chapter's Team
Irena L.
Chapter Chair/
Cara S.
Facebook Administrator and EducatorMargaret R.
Secretary, Independent Witness and EducatorKaren C.
Independent Witness
Jennifer F.
Outreach
Carola L.
Outreach
Sue P.
EducatorUpcoming Events
There are currently no upcoming local events. Explore all national events and webinars.
Featured Resources
Additional Information
We offer the following presentations, often in partnership with local health experts:
- Advance Care Planning
- End-of-life choice
- MAID
- About DWDC and our Chapter
We welcome being invited to set up an informational table at local events to share resources on end-of-life choice.
Presentations and event attendance can be requested by emailing barriesimcoe@dyingwithdignity.ca.
If you are looking for an Independent Witness for your MAID application form in Barrie or Simcoe County, please email witness@dyingwithdignity.ca.
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