The Federal government is proposing changes to the Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) Legislation through Bill C-7. The Bill is currently being reviewed at the Senate.

For more details access the following links Quick Facts ,Parliament of Canada’s website for an update on Bill C-7 and the Government of Canada’s Department of Justice website.

For additional information and inquiries, CNO can be contacted directly at 1-800-387-5526 ext. 6397

Please see the links to the following CNO resources:

• CNO MAID Webinar Recording
• Guidance on Nurses’ Roles in Medical Assistance in Dying
• MAID chart of legislative requirements for nurses
• CNO MAID FAQs
• CNO MAID Resources and References
• New Monitoring Regulations for Medical Assistance in Dying
• College of Nurses of Ontario

Bridge C-14 provides compassionate support for families throughout their journey with MAID. Visit them online at www.BridgeC14.org or email info@bridgec14.org.

Carter vs. Canada

Legislative Background (Bill C-14)

Bill C-14

Government of Canada

Department of Justice Glossary of terms

Department of Justice FAQs

Government of Ontario English

Government of Ontario French

Ministry of Health and Long Term Care

Centre for Effective Practice

Bill 84 Proposed Provincial Legislation (Royal Assent May 10, 2017)
The new legislation enhances legal protection for health care providers, patients and organizations in addition to clarifying the coroner role.

Care Coordination Service
The MOHLTC established a care coordination service on May 31, 2017. In addition to accessing information about MAiD, patients and clinicians can access information/supports for other end-of-life options, such as hospice and palliative care. The care coordination service can also assist patient and care providers with a connection to a MD or NP that can provide MAiD.