Nova Scotia Chapter

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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.

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Build awareness of medical assistance in dying (MAID) through social media
Promotion of advanced care planning (ACP)s and Patient Rights
Advocacy for end-of-life care and choice
ACP, MAID and Patient Rights presentations
Build and maintain relationships within the community including active outreach and use of social media

Our Chapter's Team

Linda Furlought

Co-Chair

Upcoming Events

Apr. 4 2023

Join us on Tuesday, April 4, 3:00 p.m. ET. for an upcoming webinar on Advance Care Planning with BABEL: Improving End of Life Outcomes for Patients and Providers.

Advance Care Planning with BABEL: Improving end-of-life outcomes for patients and providers

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