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Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide: Why Not? |
 November 2009
A ccording to some surveys, three-quarters of Canadians would favour the legalizationof euthanasia. Above all, they fear one day becoming a burden and having their lives unduly prolonged in suffering.
Given the immense confusion surrounding euthanasia, it is reasonable to question these statistics and some unreliable surveys. It is more than likely that the majority of citizenswould change their minds if they were properly informed.
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LETTER TO ALL MEMBERS OF THE PARLIAMENT OF CANADA REGARDING BILL C-384 |
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To the Members of the House of Commons and the
Honourable Members of the Senate of Canada,
The first hour of parliamentary debate for Private Member’s Bill C-384, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (Right to die with dignity), has confirmed that the push to legalize euthanasia and assisted suicide in Canada is far from a consensus.
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Will Canada legalize euthanasia and assisted suicide? |
 Bloc Québécois M.P. Francine Lalonde filed Bill C-384, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (right to die with dignity) on May 13, 2009; if this bill is adopted, euthanasia and assisted suicide will become legal in Canada. A close analysis of the bill clearly demonstrates the danger it represents, not only to those suffering from a "terminal illness", but also to those experiencing "severe physical or mental pain without any prospect of relief…" Canada's most vulnerable citizens would be threatened by these practices.
Summer is a very opportune time to talk to your Member of Parliament (MP), who has returned to his or her own district. In order to help you prepare your meetings or letters, COLF suggests two documents that summarize the dangers posed by Bill C-384 and the arguments which could convince elected officials to oppose it:
• Stop Bill C-384 – Speak Up Now!
• Legalized Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide: What Would It Mean For You?
Discover two of COLF’s publications to better understand life and death issues.
• Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide - Urgent Questions
• Living, Suffering and Dying... what for?
Organize a workshop to untangle the confusion:
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Families, Let's Build A Better World Together! |
 All the choices and decisions made by our governments and courts sooner or later directly impact every family – my family. A mobilization is needed. It is up to families to get together and develop a culture and legislation that benefit the family and reflect their true needs — it’s a matter of social justice.
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HIGH-TECH BABIES… EXPLORING NEW CHALLENGES TO HUMAN DIGNITY |
 May 2009
In less than 30 years, a new multi-billion dollar industry has developed around the world and now regularly makes the headlines: ASSISTED PROCREATION. Its promise is irresistible: the infertile couple could bring home a baby!
In this 12 page brochure, written in accessible language, the Catholic Organization for Life and Family (COLF) takes a good look at this issue and reflects on the suffering of infertile couples, on the technologies used to create life and on their impact on the life of people and society.
Youth and adults will find here answers to a number of questions so many people ask: what causes infertility? How effective is in vitro fertilization? What about genetic screening? Are all assisted procreation technologies ethically acceptable? A must read!
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Towards a True Sexual Liberation |
 This text aims to inspire readers to discover the “theology of the body” as taught by Pope John Paul II. It will be particularly useful to parents, teachers and everyone who seeks to guide young people towards a healthy understanding of human sexuality. It will also be of interest in helping young men and women to discern the vocation that God intends for them: marriage or celibate chastity lived out in the priesthood, in religious life, or in the celibate lay apostolate in the world.
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Marriage in the Catholic Church: Frequently Asked Questions |
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 A beautiful 20-page brochure!
A long-awaited document!
Striking photos!
In a demanding social and cultural environment, discover the greatness and dignity of marriage: a divine calling, a true vocation, a path to sanctity! This overview of the Catholic perspective on marriage will touch all people interested in discovering or deepening the truth about marriage as a natural institution willed by the Creator, and as a sacrament instituted by Christ.
This publication will be of particular interest to young people, educators, those involved in marriage preparation and youth ministry, as well as all Catholic families that are looking for ways to guide their children on the path to happiness!
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