Policy Bulletin 714
Policy number and title
Guidelines 800-9 Medical Assistance in Dying
Why was the policy changed
On February 29, 2024, Bill C-62 received royal assent, extending, until March 17, 2027, the ineligibility for Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) in circumstances where a person's sole underlying medical condition is a mental illness.
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What has changed
In paragraph 14b, the text stating that “as of March 17, 2024, individuals whose sole underlying medical condition is a mental illness will be eligible for MAID if they meet all the other eligibility requirements” has been removed.
How was the policy developed
This policy was updated by the Health Services Sector in consultation with the Strategic Policy Division at National Headquarters.
Who will be affected by the policy
Staff and contractors involved in the MAID process or in providing health care services to individuals requesting MAID.
Other impacts
n/a
Contact
Strategic Policy Division
Policy-Politiques.GEN-NHQ@csc-scc.gc.ca
Assistant Commissioner, Health Services
Marie Doyle
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