Learn About Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD)
Explore key topics and resources to understand MAiD in Canada
There’s a lot of confusion out there about Medical Assistance in Dying — and we’re here to clear it up. This guide walks you through nine of the most common misunderstandings and misconceptions about MAiD, explained in plain, easy-to-understand language.
This guide looks at the unique challenges that dementia presents when it comes to MAiD — and how medical teams work to support patients and families facing these difficult decisions. We’ll explore what’s possible now, what’s not yet allowed, and how healthcare providers navigate this complex and deeply personal area of care.
Explore how advance requests and waivers of final consent work under Canada’s MAiD law. We’ll explain what each term means, who can make one, and when they can be used. You’ll also learn about the important differences between an advance directive, an advance request for MAiD, and a waiver of final consent — all in clear, straightforward language.
This guide looks at the unique challenges that dementia presents when it comes to MAiD — and how medical teams work to support patients and families facing these difficult decisions. We’ll explore what’s possible now, what’s not yet allowed, and how healthcare providers navigate this complex and deeply personal area of care.
Understanding MAiD Eligibility (coming soon)
Learn who can qualify for Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) and what each part of the eligibility criteria really means. We’ll explain each requirement in simple, clear language and share how these criteria are applied in real-life situations.