Charter challenge over religious exemptions to medically assisted dying goes to B.C. court

Charter challenge over religious exemptions to medically assisted dying goes to B.C. court

January 12, 2026 8:04 pm PST.

Should institutional religious beliefs override a patient’s right to receive dignified end-of-life healthcare? That’s what a Charter challenge over the religious exemption of medically assisted dying seeks to change. Cecilia Hua has more.

Latest Videos

2:23

U.S. Secretary of State reassures European allies but reaffirms U.S. demands in Munich

Rhianne Campbell reports, Marco Rubio gave a message of unity to European leaders Saturday, saying Washington does not intend to abandon the transatlantic alliance.

2h ago

2:57

‘We will always be with you’: Carney and party leaders attend vigil in Tumbler Ridge

A powerful address from Prime Minister Mark Carney, who travelled alongside federal party leaders to Tumbler RIdge Friday, three days after the mass shooting that left nine people dead.

7h ago

2:20

Local musician sending love to the community of Tumbler Ridge through song

In the shadow of the Tumbler Ridge tragedy, a young Vancouver Island musician is trying to bring a little light to a very dark week — one note at a time. Kurt Black reports.

22h ago

1:57

Online presence of Tumbler Ridge suspect shows history of engaging with violence

Deeply troubling online posts, believed to have originated from the Tumbler Ridge suspect, are coming to light. They paint a picture of a person with serious mental health issues who reveled in violence. Jack Rabb has the latest.

22h ago

Most Popular Today

1:57

Online presence of Tumbler Ridge suspect shows history of engaging with violence

Deeply troubling online posts, believed to have originated from the Tumbler Ridge suspect, are coming to light. They paint a picture of a person with serious mental health issues who reveled in violence. Jack Rabb has the latest.

22h ago

2:52

‘Abel was helping his friends’: Tumbler Ridge shooting victim remembered as hero

Patient, kind, and respectful. That’s how those who knew Abel Mwansa are remembering the 12-year-old who was killed in Tuesday’s shooting in Tumbler Ridge. Monika Gul has more.

23h ago

2:11

Biological father of suspected Tumbler Ridge shooter speaks out

In a written statement, the biological father of the suspected Tumbler Ridge shooter shared his condolences to the community and the distant relationship he had with his child.

February 13, 2026 7:31 am PST PST

1:44

‘A blazing light in the darkness’: mom of 12-year-old Tumbler Ridge victim speaks out

The grieving mother of Ticaria Lampert, one of eight victims killed in the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting Tuesday, lovingly remembered her daughter in a recent appearance before media. Cecilia Hua reports.

February 13, 2026 8:43 am PST PST

2:05

Tumbler Ridge survivor recounts lockdown, hearing gunshots

A survivor from Tumbler Ridge’s mass shooting describes Living through the school’s lockdown. Elliott Knopp reports.

February 13, 2026 6:44 am PST PST