The province is turning to Albertans for input as they work to develop policies on physician-assisted death.
A survey was launched Monday to gather feedback from Alberta residents that will go to help the province come up with policies on doctor-assisted death.
The province is working to come up with policy ahead of June 6 – a date set by the Supreme Court of Canada to make doctor-assisted dying legal in some cases.
“As the government determines what changes are needed to align with the Supreme Court decision, we want to consult with Albertans,” Health Minister Sarah Hoffman said in a statement. “I am very pleased that Associate Minister of Health Brandy Payne, along with Dr. David Swann and Dr. Bob Turner, have agreed to hear from Albertans on this sensitive and deeply personal issue.”
The province said the Advisory Committee on Physician-Assisted Death will seek input on a number of topics including age eligibility, location, and type of services. The committee will work with stakeholders, health care providers and advocates as well.
Meanwhile, Alberta Health is working with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta, and Alberta Health Services on this issue.
