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Sean Fraser: “Canada has made a decision not to move forward with the expansion that is scheduled in the Criminal Code of medical…”

On the recordOctober 8, 2026
Canada has made a decision not to move forward with the expansion that is scheduled in the Criminal Code of medical assistance in dying in circumstances where mental illness is the sole basis.
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Sean Fraser
Liberal Party of Canada
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cbc.ca

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Justice Minister's statement on MAID legislation

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