Local Chapter
Since 2014, the Ottawa Chapter of Dying With Dignity Canada has been offering educational workshops and presentations about advance care planning, end-of-life choices, and patient rights in Canada. We are passionate about encouraging individuals and their loved ones to consider and communicate their wishes for end-of-life care. We also advocate for appropriately-regulated Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) in Canada.
If you are interested in an educational event for yourself or your organization, please get in touch by emailing ottawa@dyingwithdignity.ca. If you are seeking an independent witness for your MAID application form, please email witness@dyingwithdignity.ca.
There are currently no upcoming local events. Explore all national events and webinars.
BFO Ottawa was established in 1978, with the goal of inspiring hope and healing for people in the Ottawa Region grieving the loss of a loved one. They strive to establish a safe and inclusive environment where individuals feel embraced and supported as they navigate their unique journeys through grief.
Bereaved Families of OntarioBridge C-14 is a non-profit organization that works to provide meaningful connections and access to resources, improving the lives of individuals and their loved ones throughout all stages of the assisted death process across Canada.
Bridge C-14The MAID Family Support Society strives to provide compassionate, lived-experience support and connection to people helping a loved one who is considering or planning for Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) or those who are grieving a loss due to MAID.
MAID Family Support SocietyTo begin the MAID application process, this form must be completed by a health care provider and faxed, along with supporting documentation, to the Champlain Regional MAID Network. Fax number: 613-761-4351.
Application to the Champlain Regional MAID NetworkAs an example of the Ottawa Chapter’s outreach efforts, access a letter/opinion piece regarding end-of-life choice written by Ottawa Chapter Chair, Susan Harrison in April 2021.
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