Author: Amy Judd
The family of a B.C. woman who was denied access to Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) is calling for changes to be made to the policies that restrict access to this end-of-life option. Despite the legalization of MAID in Canada in 2016, some hospitals and facilities in B.C., including those run by Providence Health Care, do not permit this procedure due to faith-based policies. Sam O’Neill, a patient with terminal cancer, was denied MAID at St. Paul’s Hospital, a Catholic health-care provider. She was forced to endure multiple painful transfers to a facility where MAID was allowed, ultimately leading to…
Vancouver School Board trustees are considering implementing restrictions on cell phones in schools, with a motion proposed by board chair Victoria Jung. The motion includes keeping phones on silent and out of sight for students up to Grade 6 during school hours. Despite being sent back to the board due to a lack of quorum in the education plan committee meeting, the province mandates all school districts to introduce cell phone restrictions before the next school year. Quebec already has a ban on cell phones in schools, except for educational purposes, making it the second province in Canada to enforce…
A Maple Ridge Funeral Home Pleads for Help Amid Public Disorder A Maple Ridge, B.C., funeral home, Garden Hill Cremation and Funeral Services, is facing constant vandalism and safety issues in its community. Nathan Logue, a representative from the funeral home, posted a video on Facebook showcasing the damage including broken windows, destroyed flower beds, needles, garbage, and human feces. Logue expressed concern over the lack of support for addressing these issues and the inability of the city to provide necessary services to those causing the damages. Despite being in the location for over 30 years, Logue mentioned they might…
Grande Prairie County No. 1 is under evacuation order due to a nearby wildfire. The fire, located east of Teepee Creek, is moving away from the community, as confirmed by the government of Alberta. 1:10Alberta Wildfires: How to prepare for evacuation Residents are advised to head north to Township Road 742 and Highway 733, then register at the Pomeroy Hotel and Conference Centre on 11633 100 St, Grande Prairie. Essential items such as pets, documents, medication, food, and water for seven days should be brought along. Stay updated on the situation through the Alberta Emergency Alert website. \ Source link