Medical Assistance in Dying

There are three steps in the MAiD process for patients:

1. The patient puts their request for MAiD in writing
2. Two different and independent MAiD practitioners will assess whether the patient is eligible for MAiD
3. If eligible, the patient and MAiD provider will decide on the date and location for the procedure

The patient can pause or change their mind about MAiD at any point in the process.

MAiD can happen anywhere, including:

• in the hospital as an inpatient or outpatient
• in long term care
• in your own home

Anyone can request MAiD for themselves. However, a person can only receive MAiD if they meet all of the eligibility criteria. Two MAiD assessors will meet with you to determine if you meet the criteria.

At Osler, the Assisted Dying Resource and Assessment Team (ADRAT) provides MAiD information, assessments and procedures. This team includes, physicians, nurse practitioners, ethicists, and spiritual health therapists.

To request MAiD, you can:

• speak to your physician or nurse practitioner; or
• contact Provincial MAiD Coordination Services at 1-866-286-4023 (TTY 844-953-3350) to connect with a MAiD assessor.

You must also make your request in writing.

In Ontario, you can use a form called Clinician Aid A. Your written request for MAiD must be witnessed. For help finding a witness you can contact Dying with Dignity Canada at witnessing@dyingwithdignity.ca or 1-800-495-6156 ext. 40.