Christine Baudouin

Christine Baudouin

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Christine Baudouin is a Justice of the Quebec Superior Court, renowned for her significant rulings regarding medical assistance in dying (MAID) in Canada. Her landmark decision in 2019 declared certain eligibility criteria for MAID unconstitutional, setting a precedent for expanding access to those with incurable conditions. Baudouin's judicial reasoning is often referenced in discussions around the complexities of MAID laws, particularly concerning individuals with mental health issues.

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Quebec Superior Court Justice Christine Baudouin considered evidence when making her decision in the Truchon v. Canada case.

Lawyer for woman seeking MAID for mental illness asks court to ignore parliamentary report
The Globe and Mail·CanadaCanada· 2026-07-21
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