Application
Informed consent must be given (includes knowledge of and understanding of medical diagnosis, available forms of treatment, available options, including palliative care), a written request must be submitted, medical assessments are required and a ten-day waiting period is required * additional provincial requirements may be necessary
Eligibility / Target Population
To be eligible:
- adult 18 years and older, mentally competent and eligible for provincial funded health coverage
- have a grievous and irremediable medical condition
- make a voluntary request for medical assistance in dying (includes knowledge of and understanding of medical diagnosis, available forms of treatment, available options, including palliative care)
- give informed consent to receive medical assistance in dying; written request must be submitted, medical assessments are required and a ten-day waiting period is required
Fees
Free
Languages
English ; French
Language Notes
French reception, programs, publications, and website * French interpretation available upon request
Area Served
Canada
