As Canada continues to expand its medical assistance in dying (MAiD) laws, a disturbing trend has emerged that raises ethical questions and sparks heated debates. Recent revelations from physicians indicate a growing unease with the increasing number of euthanasia cases involving patients who are not terminally ill but are instead grappling with obesity, poverty, and grief.

In 2021, the Canadian government loosened its euthanasia criteria, allowing individuals with grievous and irremedia...