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The EFC applies biblical principles to life in society, including law and public policy. We show how laws that reflect these principles – such as the sanctity of human life, care for the vulnerable and religious freedom – contribute to the public good.

The EFC often makes submissions on these issues to parliamentary committees and government bodies as well as occasionally to international bodies such as the United Nations.

(See also Outgoing Letters to legislators and cabinet ministers, and Court Cases for legal submissions.)

Submission on conscientious objection to the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta

The Alberta body that regulates doctors asked for feedback on its policy on conscientious objection by Jan. 15, 2024. One of the proposed changes introduces “effective...

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Submission to Special Joint Commitee on MAID for mental illness

The EFC calls for a halt or at least delay to the planned March 2024 expansion to allow legal euthanasia for reasons of mental illness alone.

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Submission to the UN's Universal Periodic Review on human rights in Canada

Every few years the UN reviews human rights in Canada. For 2023 we highlight protection of Canadians with disabilities, MAiD, sexual exploitation and freedom of religion.

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Bill C-314: Reverse MAID for mental illness alone

Bill C-314 was defeated Oct. 18, 2023, but this issue may not be over.

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