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Pope Francis’ message for the 33rd World Day of the Sick

February 6, 2025
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The following is posted courtesy of the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops. Ottawa, 6 February 2025 – Earlier this year, the Vatican published Pope Francis’ message for the 33rd World Day…Read more →

For Your Information: Federal MAiD Survey Needs Your Input

January 30, 2025
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The following is shared courtesy of the No Options, No Choice Team: This October, Québec implemented a law allowing advance directives for MAiD for patients with capacity-limiting illnesses. This means…Read more →

Webinar — Humanae Vitae and Donum Vitae: Implications for Catholic Nurses

April 15, 2024
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Dr. Moira McQueen will be speaking at a webinar hosted by the National Association of Catholic Nurses Canada on Wednesday, May 1 2024, from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm EDT.…Read more →

Federal Briefs on MAID for Mental Illness Due in One Week

November 10, 2023
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The following is being posted on behalf of Ramona Coelho: The implementation of state-assisted suicide for mental illness comes into effect in March 2024. The government has received much pressure…Read more →

Contrasting Catholic Views on Life and Death in the US: Open to Dialogue?

May 6, 2023
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The following are two open letters discussing the current debate regarding reproductive care and abortion in the United States. The first is published by Faith in Public Life and the…Read more →