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Only 1 in 10 requests for a medically assisted death granted, Toronto doctor says

While more than 118 people have received a doctor-assisted death since the procedure became legal in Canada, that number likely represents only one tenth of those who made "serious requests" for medical help in dying, a Toronto physician says. More Sep 02

• Assisted-dying legislation faces new legal challenge in B.C. Jun 27 video
• More than 100 Canadians have opted for assisted death since law passed Sep 02
• Changes needed to boost end-of-life care in Canada: doctors Aug 23 video
• Lawyers want to expand assisted dying, feds say Carter decision doesn't apply Aug 12

Federal government to pay compensation to cadets injured in 1974 grenade accident

The federal government will cover the medical expenses for dozens of former cadets injured in an accident where a grenade exploded during a training lesson in 1974, killing six teenaged boys. More Sep 02

• Cadets mistreated after CFB Valcartier grenade explosion, says report Jul 28 video
• Real number of sex assault complaints in military higher than official figures, watchdog says May 25 video

CRTC boss rapped over harassment probe

A former commissioner of Canada's broadcasting regulator was treated unfairly by an investigator who found he had harassed a woman, according to a Federal Court ruling. More Sep 02

• CRTC rift between officials gets nasty as expense fight escalates Jun 18
• CRTC says cable companies not offering fair $25 basic TV deals risk licence renewal May 14

Kellie Leitch defends 'anti-Canadian values' survey question

Conservative leadership candidate Kellie Leitch is defending a contentious survey question from her campaign team that asked supporters what they think about vetting would-be immigrants and refugees for "anti-Canadian values." More Sep 02 video

• Should we screen immigrants for 'anti-Canadian values?' Kellie Leitch's campaign wants to know Sep 01 video
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