I certainly take Mr. Rankin's point about the fact that palliative care is not available, according to the minister, to 70% or 80% of Canadians, and I think that's a problem. But as I read this amendment, all it is saying is that a medical practitioner would provide information to the patient to make them aware of palliative care. It doesn't require a patient to undergo palliative care as a prerequisite. It is really informational in nature. Of course, it doesn't seem to indicate that a palliative care doctor or practitioner is required to oversee the consultation with the patient.
On May 9th, 2016. See this statement in context.