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Anti-Euthanasia Groups to Host Strategy Weekend Examining Methods of William Wilberforce

By Patrick B. Craine

OTTAWA, Ontario, October 13, 2009 (LifeSiteNews.com) - The Euthanasia Prevention Coalition (EPC) and the Manning Centre for Building Democracy will be hosting a national strategic seminar in Ottawa on November 13-14.

The Wilberforce Weekend, as it is called, is aimed to "explore and enhance transformative cultural and public policy advocacy supporting people with disabilities, those who are chronically ill, dying, or otherwise medically at risk."  The EPC describes it as "one of the most important events" they have ever hosted.

Participants will examine the late 18th-early 19th century campaign of William Wilberforce to abolish slavery in England, seeking to apply his methods to the current campaign against attempts at legalizing euthanasia and assisted suicide.

The cost for attending is $99 per person or $49 for students or people with disabilities. To register click here.

Hotel accommodations can be arranged directly at the Novotel Ottawa, 33 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N 9M7, 613-230-3033. The group reservation name is Wilberforce Weekend Ottawa, Booking code: 15981.  The special rate cut-off date is October 21. The special rate is $119 per night.

Contact Information:

Alex Schadenberg
Euthanasia Prevention Coalition
Box 25033, London ON N6C 6A8
Toll free: 1-877-439-3348
website: http://www.euthanasiaprevention.on.ca/
email: euthanasiaprevention@on.aibn.com

See related LifeSiteNews.com coverage:

Canadian Parliament Debates Euthanasia Bill
http://www.lifesitenews.com/ldn/2009/oct/09100609.html

William Wilberforce's Great Grandson Says if Alive Today Wilberforce Would Fight Abortion
http://www.lifesitenews.com/ldn/2008/mar/08033106.html

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