I am unaware if this letter has been distributed more widely through the media or throughout the Calgary diocese. It would certainly be worthwhile.
One paragraph of the letter caught my attention:
The legislation of aid-in-dying would pose a threat to the elderly, the infirm, handicapped newborns and to all members of society who are unable to look after their own best interests. This kind of legislation says to them: "you're not important; you're not needed; in fact, you are a burden to others.
That's an excellent point. We need to hear this more often.
It's funny he should mention "newborns", because one of his fellow bishops, Ronald Fabbro (London), oversees
