Canada to extend assisted dying exclusion for people whose sole condition is mental illness

Canada to extend assisted dying exclusion for people whose sole condition is mental illness

Canada’s federal government has announced a new bill that will keep the current ban on assisted dying for people whose only medical condition is mental illness. The Liberal‑led parliament is responding to debates over who may access doctor‑assisted death. The measure will extend the exclusion, ensuring that individuals with mental disorders remain ineligible for the procedure.