Summary
Euthanasia accounted for 4.7% of deaths in Canada in 2023, with 15,300 people opting for assisted dying—a 16% increase, though slower than prior years.
Most recipients had terminal illnesses, primarily cancer, and 96% were white, sparking questions about disparities.
Quebec, at 37% of cases, remains Canada’s euthanasia hotspot.
Since legalizing assisted dying in 2016, Canada has expanded access, now covering chronic conditions and planning to include mental illnesses by 2027.
Critics, citing rapid growth and controversial cases, warn of insufficient safeguards, while proponents highlight strict eligibility criteria. Debate continues globally.
Right, I was just trying to say we should have that option of support where therapy might be beneficial and avoid them passing away. I really don’t want someone to suffer in this world being alive, but If I was the person talking to them I’d like to offer helping them, and real help.
Well, that’s nice of you. But the world is a cruel place to a lot of people, and I think a good chunk of them would power off today if they could.
yes, and back to the main topic MAID should be offered to those who would instead use a more gruesome method…my uncle did that and it shattered our family
Yeah the “DIY” options are difficult for everyone.
my mom thinks someone else did it. she wont come to terms still.
Well, out of morbid curiosity, do you think that’s even a remote possibility? You absolutely don’t need to humor me, it’s none of my business.
No, it’s been proven from the corner it was done by himself with a rope
That is a challenging decision to make.
yes it is…and a hard pill to swallow