Don't die painfully! We will gain access to safe & legal assisted dying SOON if we write to our elected representatives (politicians). LINKS PROVIDED!

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@mrpeter The forum member with OCD is in Belgium, but Canada has also tentatively approved it (technically, they've approved it, but haven't yet rolled it out).

Under Canada's current MAID law, people suffering solely from a mental illness who meet all the eligibility criteria and safeguards would have been eligible for MAID as of March 17, 2024. Important progress has been made to prepare for MAID eligibility for persons whose sole medical condition is a mental illness. However, in its consultations with the provinces, territories, medical professionals, people with lived experience and other stakeholders, the Government of Canada has heard – and agrees – that the health system is not yet ready for this expansion.

The Government of Canada introduces legislation to delay Medical Assistance in Dying expansion by 3 years

The Government of Canada tables legislation to delay MAID expansion by 3 years This news release deals with topics that may cause distress. If you or someone close to you needs support, resources are available at Canada.ca/mental-health.

www.canada.ca

 

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What would happen for them to realize? Aging? There are old ppl now in chronic pain from aging related conditions. Why haven't they demanded change? I doubt the general population's views will change, at least not within the next several decades. The sanctity of life bs is too ingrained in society and continues to be passed on.

Here in Canada, I think they become more lenient on what constitutes an illness worthy of suicide the older and less useful to the government's coffers you become. But yeah too many people, especially religions, are obsessed with prolonging life no matter the monetary, emotional, and physical cost.

I hate to say it, but I think we will have to see a global change in culture and people's mindsets before real change can happen.