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Physician Assisted Death Bill Released

  • April 14, 2016
  • BakerLaw
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Today the Federal Government unveiled the bill regarding physician assisted death titled: An Act to amend the Criminal Code and to make related amendments to other Acts (medical assistance in dying).

This bill is in response to the Carter v Canada decision which held that Canadians have a right physician assistance in dying. » Read the rest

David Baker Participates in the Vulnerable Persons Standard Press Conference

  • March 2, 2016
  • David Baker
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Bakerlaw’s David Baker participated in the Vulnerable Persons Standard press conference yesterday.

The Standard seeks to balance access with protection in physician-assisted death.

Check out the highlights from unveiling of the Vulnerable Persons Standard and listen to the clarifications offered by the experts involved in creating the standard. » Read the rest

Vulnerable Persons Standard

  • March 1, 2016
  • Kimberly Srivastava
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Key stakeholders from across Canada have come together to create the Vulnerable Persons Standard. This standard is intended to act as a guide for legislative representatives who will be drafting the laws related to physician assisted death.

The Vulnerable Persons Standard is a series of evidence-based safeguards intended to protect the lives of Canadians. » Read the rest

David Baker’s Reaction to the Federal Committee Report on Physician Assisted Dying

  • February 26, 2016
  • David Baker
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Watch David Baker discuss his reaction to the Federal Committee Report on physician assisted dying.

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Tune in at 1hour, 46 minutes.

To view the CBC page click here (link).