At some time, now or in the future, most of us will need some kind of care and support—whether as a patient, a caregiver, or a loved one. There are many Canadians of all ages living with a life-limiting illness who rely on our health care systems, as well as the support of unpaid caregivers and loved ones.
Life-limiting illnesses, also referred to as “serious illnesses” throughout this article, are diseases or conditions that cannot be cured and will ultimately shorten a person’s life.
New study launched
Statistics Canada is currently conducting a study, titled “Living with a Life-Limiting Illness: Access to Care and Related Experiences,” to collect important information on the physical, social and emotional needs and experiences of individuals with life-limiting illnesses and their unpaid caregivers in Canada.
Contact information
For more information, or to enquire about the concepts, methods or data quality of this release, contact us (toll-free 1-800-263-1136; 514-283-8300; infostats@statcan.gc.ca) or Media Relations (statcan.mediahotline-ligneinfomedias.statcan@statcan.gc.ca).