C-7-43Government of Canada
Medical Assistance in Dying (mental illness eligibility) Act (43-2)
Bill C-7 has been the subject of recurring cross-party debate, including disagreement among MPs of every caucus about deferred eligibility for those whose sole underlying condition is mental illness.
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Royal AssentSummary
Removed the 'reasonably foreseeable death' requirement from the MAID framework, expanding access to Canadians with chronic illness. The mental-illness eligibility track was deferred and subsequently delayed through 2027. Granted royal assent March 17, 2021.
Legislative history
- Introduced
Tabled in the originating chamber by the sponsor.
- Royal assent
Approved by both chambers and granted royal assent; now law.
Official source
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