Ottawa acknowledges ‘concerns about readiness’ on medical aid in dying expansion – GLOBAL

January 22, 2024

The Liberals acknowledge there are still lingering questions about whether Canada is ready to expand medical assistance in dying (MAiD), despite a looming deadline.

“Let me be clear: in talking with health ministers across the country there have been concerns about readiness,” said Health Minister Mark Holland on Monday.

The federal government is weighing whether to expand MAiD to people whose sole reason for seeking the procedure is a mental disorder.

It has until March 17,2024 to decide whether to allow a sunset clause to kick in, which would widen the eligibility.

Holland was asked about a potential expansion at the Liberal cabinet retreat in Montreal, a strategy session before MPs return to the House of Commons next week.

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