Alberta Launches Review of Assisted Suicide, Starting With Public Survey

The Alberta government is launching an online survey to collect feedback from residents on the federally regulated medical assistance in dying (MAID) laws as part of its review of euthanasia policies for individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges.
Justice Minister Mickey Amery is encouraging all Albertans who have experience with and opinions about MAID to take the survey, which is open until Dec. 20.
“We recognize that medical assistance in dying is a very complex and often personal issue and is an important, sensitive and emotional matter for patients and their families,” Amery said in a statement. “It is important to ensure this process has the necessary supports to protect the most vulnerable.”…