We can't answer that question in five minutes. From the moment someone is no longer capable of consenting to treatment, is no longer right in his mind and cannot consent to treatment, the provincial act applies. At that point the doctors, psychiatrists and psychologists have other professional duties. As long as someone is capable of consent, has his mind intact, and refuses treatment, we can continue all our practices. However, when someone no longer has that capability, the provincial legislation comes into play. It's a very complex issue.
On March 23rd, 2010. See this statement in context.