Assisted dying now accounts for one in 20 Canada deaths
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For the first time, the annual report delved into race and ethnic data of those who underwent assisted dying.

Summary

Euthanasia accounted for 4.7% of deaths in Canada in 2023, with 15,300 people opting for assisted dying—a 16% increase, though slower than prior years.

Most recipients had terminal illnesses, primarily cancer, and 96% were white, sparking questions about disparities.

Quebec, at 37% of cases, remains Canada’s euthanasia hotspot.

Since legalizing assisted dying in 2016, Canada has expanded access, now covering chronic conditions and planning to include mental illnesses by 2027.

Critics, citing rapid growth and controversial cases, warn of insufficient safeguards, while proponents highlight strict eligibility criteria. Debate continues globally.

  • DeadWorldWalking@lemmy.world
    53·
    8 days ago

    While people should have the right to end their own lives, i feel like widespread use of euthanasia will degrade the standards of our medical care.

    • Routhinator@startrek.websiteEnglish
      31·
      7 days ago

      Overinflated stat due to a population bubble. Boomer generation population size outweighs gen x, millenials and gen z combined.

    • x00z@lemmy.worldEnglish
      22·
      8 days ago

      Even in a privatized hospital, like the US, euthanasia will always be cheaper than normal medical care. So even in capitalist countries I don’t see that being the case.