Advocacy
Advocating for assisted dying rules – and other end-of-life options – that respect the Canadian Constitution and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Despite historic gains in the Canadian end-of-life rights movement since 2016, too many Canadians are still unable to access their right to a peaceful death — leading to unwanted and unnecessary suffering. Dying With Dignity Canada advocates for assisted dying rules – and other end-of-life options – that respect the Canadian Constitution and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
A new action for advance requests for MAID
A few concerned citizens have initiated an e-petition (e4665) in support of advance requests for medical assistance in dying (MAID).
Current priorities
Advance requests
An advance request would allow an individual to describe, in writing, a future circumstance in which they would like to access an assisted death.
Institutional religious obstructions
An institutional religious obstruction (IRO) occurs when an institution denies, blocks, or impedes a person’s legal right to health care, including medical assistance in dying (MAID), on religious grounds.
MAID and mental disorders
The exclusion of those with a mental disorders from accessing their choice for MAID is stigmatizing and discriminatory.
Parliamentary review
The Parliamentary Review of medical assistance in dying (MAID) was a critical step in creating legislation that will improve access to assisted dying while also addressing the need for safeguards and protections.
Past priorities
We have come a long way in the defense of end-of-life rights in Canada. While we continue to advocate for those unable to access their constitutional rights, let’s remember what we have accomplished.
Empower. Inform. Protect your rights.