C-218 — An Act to amend the Criminal Code (medical assistance in dying)

What it does

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Bill C-218 is a Private Member's Bill introduced in the 45th Parliament that proposes amendments to the Criminal Code relating to medical assistance in dying (MAID). The bill received first reading in the House of Commons on June 20, 2025, and is currently at the second reading stage as of September 23, 2025. At this early stage, the bill's general principles are being debated but it has not yet been studied in committee or advanced further.

Passage outlook

Unlikely to pass because it's a private member's bill (which rarely passes), it's at an early stage.

Historically 0–5% of comparable federal bills became law (base rate 4%, n=1067). Momentum has slowed, so that historical rate likely overstates its current odds.

If this private member's bill would create new spending, it needs a Royal Recommendation (Cabinet only) — without one, passage is effectively nil.

A private member's bill's fate hinges on its position in the Order of Precedence (a random draw) — bills low on the list often run out of calendar time.

A transparent, rule-based outlook from bill type, stage, and verified government standing — not a guaranteed prediction.