Canada Halts Expansion of Assisted Suicide to People With Mental Illness
Justice Minister Sean Fraser announced that Canada will not extend its assisted-dying program to people with mental illness. The decision, made in October 2026, maintains the current restriction on eligibility for medically assisted death. This move follows years of uncertainty and addresses concerns about assessing psychological suffering and safeguarding vulnerable groups. Critics argue that it recognizes the need for sustained treatment over immediate medical assistance. More: Zenit
