The Canadian Medical Association feels it is important for all of us and for parliamentarians to consider the concerns and to respect the needs of vulnerable populations. We feel that safeguards should ensure that there's no undue influence on any patient, either those seeking MAID or those not.
We have a responsibility, we believe, as physicians and as society, to make sure that all vulnerable Canadians have access to proper care and the support they need. That includes support for good mental health care, for the care that people with disabilities require and for people who live with chronic conditions.