Justice committee  Thank you for the question. Usually at the onset of the disease, after diagnosis, people are asked to write down their choices. They usually do this in front of a notary and in the presence of family members. They must then designate the individuals responsible for them, a proxy or a trusted person.

Justice committee  I completely agree.

Justice committee  Thank you for your question. For some neurological diseases, there are well-known clinical stages, which usually last several years. At the start of these diseases, people are encouraged to make plans for their financial and personal affairs. Medical assistance in dying may soon be part of these plans.

Justice committee  Thank you, Madam Chair. Thank you for the invitation to appear before the committee. I hope that my experience in conducting clinical research on Alzheimer's disease for the past 35 years will be useful for your deliberations. I'll make a brief opening statement and then answer your questions.