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The person must want to voluntarily and intentionally end their life. MAiD became legal in the Criminal Code in June of 2016 and underwent legislative changes in March of 2021, which set out new eligibility requirements, safeguards, and assessment processes.

Anyone thinking about MAiD is encouraged to talk with their family, their loved ones and anyone else who can support them through the process, including their family practitioner.

The decision whether or not to proceed with an assisted death is a decision only the individual can make. Whatever the decision may be, it will be supported in the best ways possible by the MAiD Care Coordination Centre and/or care providers.

Conversations about end-of-life care are deeply personal and are specific to each person and their experience of living and dying. It is understandable that they may have questions. The following information has been put together to help people explore the option of an assisted death.

Who is eligible?

Individual's could be eligible for assisted dying if the individual meets all of the below criteria:

What if the individual thinks they are eligible?

If the individual feels the above list applies to them and want to find out more, they are encouraged to talk to a family practitioner or a specialist who may be involved in their care.

If the individual's family practitioner does not personally agree with assisted dying, they do not have to participate in the process. However, it is their professional responsibility to give the individual's request to another care provider who can help them. The individual can also contact the Fraser Health MAiD Care Coordination Centre directly for assistance at 604-587-7878 or mccc@fraserhealth.ca.

What are the steps to receive medical assistance in dying?

1. Fill in a form