RELEASE: BCCLA wins historic death with dignity case at Supreme Court of Canada
In an historic blockbuster decision that breaks with a 20-year-old legal precedent, the Supreme Court of Canada confirmed today that Canadians have the constitutional right to choose medical assistance […]
The death with dignity decision explained
A brief synopsis of Lee Carter v. Canada (Attorney General) In February 2015, the Supreme Court of Canada, in a unanimous decision, confirmed that Canadians have the constitutional right to […]
Media Advisory: Supreme Court of Canada to release death-with-dignity decision; BCCLA & plaintiff’s family to be available in Ottawa
Tuesday, February 3, 2015 For immediate release OTTAWA – On Friday morning, February 6, 2015, at 9:45 am Eastern, the Supreme Court of Canada will release reasons for judgment in […]
Avis aux médias : Aide médicale à mourir – la Cour suprême du Canada rendra sa décision
OTTAWA (3 février 2015) – Le vendredi, 6 février, 2015, à 09h45 HE, la Cour suprême du Canada rendra sa décision dans l’appel Carter c. Canada – le procès de […]
The Canadian Constitution Foundation Law & Freedom Conference
The Law & Freedom Conference explores the most important issues in Canadian constitutional law today—and their impacts on human freedom. Don’t miss BCCLA Counsel Grace Pastine’s panel on physician-assisted dying at 1:45 […]
DEATH WITH DIGNITY: B.C. Civil Liberties Association takes on federal government over assisted dying
Wednesday, October 15, 2014 For immediate release OTTAWA, ONTARIO – Today, the B.C. Civil Liberties Association (BCCLA) will argue its landmark death with dignity case before Canada’s highest court, the […]
Media Advisory: BC Civil Liberties Association, plaintiffs and family of Gloria Taylor head to Supreme Court of Canada in landmark assisted dying case
Supporters of case speak out for compassion and choice at the end of life OTTAWA, ONTARIO (October 13, 2014) – Tomorrow, Tuesday, October 14, 2014, at 11 AM the BC […]
Carter v. Canada- Rallies in support of death with dignity
Dying with Dignity Canada will be holding 10 rallies in cities across the country on October 15 in support of the BC Civil Liberties Association’s historic day in court for the […]
DEATH WITH DIGNITY: Disability and rights groups file arguments in death with dignity Supreme Court case arguing ban on assisted dying is unconstitutional
Supporters of case speak out for compassion and choice at the end of life TORONTO, ON (August 25, 2014) – Interveners who support the right to assisted dying for the […]
Canadian assisted suicide advocates hope for clear ruling
By Canadian Press/Beacon News Published May 19, 2014 Canadian assisted suicide advocates hope for clear ruling A B.C. civil liberties group has filed their written argument against an appeal […]
