Nova Scotia Chapter
Local Chapter
About Us
The Nova Scotia Chapter was started in October of 2012 and became official in January 2013 with a strong volunteer component based in the Annapolis Valley, the South Shore and Halifax/Dartmouth. The Chapter was very active in advance of Bill C-14. Over the years the Chapter has offered numerous seminars on Advance Care Planning and the issue of Medical Assistance in Dying.
Services Provided
- Presentations on Advance Care Planning and medical assistance in dying (MAID) fundamentals
- Promotion of Advanced Care Planning and patient rights
- Independent Witnessing for MAID requests
- Building and maintaining relationships within the community through outreach
- Advocacy for end-of-life care and choice
Our Chapter's Team
Linda F.
Chapter ChairJim S.
VolunteerJohanna O.
VolunteerColleen M.
VolunteerBrenda L.
VolunteerLinda F.
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