On the one hand, in Ontario,  if you are sick and need a medical procedure.  Because of the wait times,  you either get better or pass away.  On the other hand, a panel of professionals may determine it's cheaper to euthanize you,  and it's all free.  If however you are a pet, you can be taken to any veterinary office and receive whatever you need from a medical perspective ,  providing there is a willingness to pay on the part of your owner.