United Nations report says Canada should repeal MAID for people with non-terminal illness... The UN committee also asked the federal government to end the proposed expansion of MAID for patients with mental disorders and to ban any federal support for any requests in advance. 06 Apr

Canada MAID Laws: United Nations Report Asks for Stricter Rules

April Hubbard is not terminally ill, but the 39-year-old performance and burlesque artist has been approved for assisted dying under Canada's increasingly liberal laws. For those who are terminally ill it is possible to get approval within 24 hours. 03 Apr

Law Reform: Canada’s Increasingly Liberal Assisted Dying Laws

The initial loss of a loved one is a traumatic experience all on it’s own, but the multitude of losses that follow are surprising, and just as painful. These "secondary losses" are all the messy, unexpected, complicated consequences that come after loss; they exacerbate feelings of sadness, isolation, and stress. 20 Mar

Secondary Losses: The Ripple Effect of Losing a Loved One

There’s no “right” way to grieve, and respecting each person’s process is essential... 13 Feb

Support for Dealing with Grief and Anticipatory Grief

Losing a loved one is hard enough, but selling their home can bring up even more emotions. Selling a loved one’s home is never easy, but with the right support, you can move forward with care and confidence. 12 Feb

Navigating the Emotional Toll of Selling Your Late Loved One’s Home

Grief isn’t just about the initial loss. It’s also about the secondary losses that may go unnoticed but add to the impact of the initial loss. Wondering how you can help... what NOT to say or do? Find out how to help support someone in navigating the financial aspects of a loss… 24 Dec

Grief Support: Navigating The Financial Aspects of Loss

Some events in life have unexpected effects... Inheriting a large sum of money can be like that. It sounds good, but it is often riddled with conflicting emotions and unexpected challenges. 04 Nov

The Unexpected Effects of Sudden Inherited Wealth

Navigating the emotional turmoil of an estate sale can feel incredibly overwhelming, especially when it’s coupled with the grief of losing a loved one. Here are some strategies to help you "prepare yourself mentally"... 25 Aug

Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of an Estate Sale

These moments spent with a loved one during the last few hours of life are precious and profound and they can change you for the good forever. Say yes and show up to offer comfort... You won’t regret it. 06 Mar

Comforting a Dying Loved One: What to Say…

In light of UK broadcaster Esther Rantzen’s revelation that she has considered assisted dying, we look at the policies of other countries 20 Dec

Assisted Dying Around the World: Where and When it is Allowed

Your spouse has been diagnosed with a distressing illness that may be terminal. What can you do to help your children cope as well as possible, so you all move on as healthy, strong, and resilient as possible? 14 Dec

Critical Diagnosis in The Family: Helping Children Cope

When you or a loved one is diagnosed with a terminal illness, a flood of emotions will arise, including denial, helplessness, frustration, and fear. Here are 17 tips for how to cope with a terminal illness... 19 Oct

Understanding Anticipatory Grief: You Are Not Alone!