Watchdog calls for 'compassionate' parole as prison system adopts new assisted death policy - CBC News (2018)

Introduction of a policy to carry out MAiD for inmates raised questions (i.e. the setting of the procedure, ease of access and timeliness) with the goal to maintain inmates' dignity. Advocacy for a more compassionate approach towards elderly and dying inmates is a key consideration for Compassionate Communities initiatives working with imprisoned populations.
Article link: https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/terminally-ill-inmates-csc-zinger-maid…

The Canadian Press also released an article providing insight on addressing end-of-life care needs for elderly inmates.
Click here to read the full article, "Prisons not meeting health, end-of-life needs of older inmates, report says" (2019): https://www.thespec.com/news-story/9199815-prisons-not-meeting-health-e…