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Submission | May 05, 2026
CBA Submission to Special Joint Committee on Medical Aid in Dying
The CBA Sections take no position on whether Parliament should amend the Criminal Code to permit MAID where mental illness is the sole underlying condition. We are committed to advancing clarity in the law governing end-of-life decision-making. As Parliament considers the expansion of MAID eligibility, the importance of the rule of law, robust procedural safeguards, and the feasibility of implementing these legal mechanisms should be considered.
Submission | February 24, 2026
Bill C-16 — Protecting Victims Act
Submission | February 03, 2026
Bill C-14: Bail and Sentencing Reform Act
The CBA raises areas of concern about Bill C-14, the Bail and Sentencing Reform Act, including maintaining judicial discretion in sentencing for sexual offences.
