moved for leave to introduce Bill C-581, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (physician-assisted death).
Mr. Speaker, I am honoured to have the opportunity to present what will be a historic piece of legislation. This legislation would amend the Criminal Code to allow physicians to assist individuals at the end of life. It is a bill that would empower individuals, competent adults, to make the best decisions for themselves while at the same time protecting society's most vulnerable individuals.
(Motions deemed adopted, bill read the first time and printed)