Due to a publication ban, the individuals involved can only be referred to as MV, a 27-year-old woman approved by two doctors for medical assistance in dying (“MAID”), and WV, identified as MV’s father.

The father, WV, expressed concerns about his daughter’s vulnerability and her competence in deciding to end her own life. He argued that MV, who lives with him and has autism and ADHD but no other health issues, may not be capable of making such a decision.

Court documents revealed that MV did not contest her father’s claims or provide details about her medical condition, symptoms, or suffering beyond being approved for MAID by two doctors.

MV asserted that her father had no authority to challenge her private medical decisions or the clinical judgment of her doctors. She argued that her decision to pursue MAID was personal, private, and not subject to court review, emphasizing her autonomy and right to die with dignity.