An investigation into the end-of-life care of Andrée Simard, widow of former Quebec premier Robert Bourassa, found evidence of poor communication and organization at St-Mary’s Hospital — but no sign of “ethical lapses” by staff. In January 2023, Michelle Bourassa published a statement alleging the medical team charged with her mother’s care refused to give her adequate pain relief, causing deep distress in the days leading up to her death. Source
Poor communication, but no ‘ethical lapses’ in end-of-life care of Bourassa’s widow: report
