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Canada Debates Assisted Suicide for Minors: Controversy and Perspectives

The topic of medical assistance in dying (MAiD) for terminally ill children has sparked controversy in Canada. The Special Joint Committee on Medical Assistance in Dying recommends allowing "mature minors" to opt for assisted suicide without parental consent if their deaths are "reasonably foreseeable." This proposal has been met with strong opposition from critics who argue that it is "reckless" and "horrible," as they believe teenagers may not be well-equipped to make such a decision. High-ranking officials, on the other hand, advocate for the rights of mature minors to access assisted suicide services. They propose extending the program to include individuals under eighteen years of age. As the debate continues, both sides present their arguments, highlighting the complexity of the issue.