In Canada, Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) is legal for many Canadians based on several criteria, though minors who are deemed sufficiently capable to make medical decisions (i.e. mature minors) remain ineligible. In this article, we provide insight into recent philosophical and legal evidence related to MAiD for mature minors. We begin by providing an overview of literature pertaining to MAiD for mature minors in particular (including evidence from Belgium and the Netherlands), followed by a discussion on the lessons that can be learnt from Canada's MAiD implementation process (in general) and other forms of paediatric end-of-life care. As a whole, we aim to highlight some key takeaway messages for health leaders to consider as deliberations on MAiD for mature minors continue.
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Sorbonne Université, CNRS UMR8246, INSERM U1130, Neuroscience Paris Seine - Institut de Biologie Paris Seine, Paris, France.
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School of Microbiology, University of Antioquia, Medellín, Colombia.
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December 2024
School of Humanities and Social Science, Harbin Medical University, No.157 Baojian Road, Nangang District, Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, 150081, China.
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