Trial Underway Challenging Faith-Based Hospitals’ Right Not to Euthanize Patients in BC A B.C. Supreme Court trial is examining the constitutionality of faith-based hospitals refusing to provide medically assisted death (MAiD). The case involves Sam O’Neill, who was transferred from St. Paul’s Hospital to receive MAiD, causing her parents distress. Her parents argue this violated her Charter rights due to the pain and distress experienced during the transfer.
- A B.C. Supreme Court trial is challenging the constitutionality of faith-based hospitals in B.C. refusing MAiD.
- The case was initiated after Sam O’Neill sought MAiD at St. Paul’s Hospital but had to be transferred.
- O'Neill's parents allege their daughter experienced pain and distress due to the transfer, violating her Charter rights.
- The trial began on January 12 and is expected to conclude on February 6.