C-260 — Preventing Coercion of Persons Not Seeking Medical Assistance in Dying Act
Bill C-260 · Legislation · 10/28/2026, 5:47:19 AM
Bill summary
Based on the official bill text (First reading, February 5, 2026) — Parliament of Canada (LEGISinfo/DocumentViewer)
Status
- Bill C-260 was at first reading on February 5, 2026. It proposes to amend the Criminal Code.
What it would do
- Add a summary conviction offence for initiating an unsolicited discussion with a person about the availability of medical assistance in dying to that person.
- The offence would apply to an officer or employee of the federal or a provincial government who:
- Is in a position of trust or authority toward the person by virtue of their profession; and
- Knows the person has not specifically requested that discussion with them.
- Medical practitioners and registered nurses, including nurse practitioners, are excluded from the proposed offence.
Other details
- The bill’s short title would be the Preventing Coercion of Persons Not Seeking Medical Assistance in Dying Act.
- The provided text specifies no coming-into-force date, costs or particular penalty amount.
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