EUTHANASIA – Source The Euthanasia Prevention Coalition
The Euthanasia Prevention Coalition (EPC) has been actively monitoring and reporting on the statistics of euthanasia in Canada. Here are some key points from their recent reports:
• 2024 Euthanasia Deaths: Approximately 16,500 euthanasia deaths in Canada, representing 5% of all deaths.
• Total Euthanasia Deaths Since Legalization: Over 90,000 euthanasia deaths since the legalization of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) in 2016.
• Predicted 2024 Euthanasia Deaths: EPC predicts around 16,500 euthanasia deaths in 2024, with a total of 90,000 euthanasia deaths when including this year’s numbers.
• Euthanasia Deaths in Ontario and Alberta: Ontario and Alberta have seen significant increases in euthanasia deaths, with Ontario reporting 4,957 deaths in 2024, up from 4,641 in 2023.
• These statistics highlight the growing concern over the number of euthanasia deaths in Canada and the need for continued advocacy and intervention to address these issues.