From Patchwork to Framework: Expert Interview Insights on Establishing a Bioethics Council for Canada

Alice Lapteva; Tania Bubela; Jennifer Chandler; Bartha Knoppers; Ross Upshur; Vardit Ravitsky; Judy Illes

doi:10.7202/1114961ar

From Patchwork to Framework: Expert Interview Insights on Establishing a Bioethics Council for Canada

Alice Lapteva, Tania Bubela, Jennifer Chandler, Bartha Knoppers, Ross Upshur, Vardit Ravitsky, Judy Illes

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Abstract

Canada has historically relied on a system of ad hoc committees for ethical guidance on public health and science policy, unlike the more centralized approach of more than 140 countries worldwide. Here, drawing on interviews with leaders across the country, we offer a perspective on the imperative and a strategy for a coordinated, Bioethics Council for Canada structured to ensure proactive thinking, provide rapid responses, and engage the public on urgent bioethics matters concerning the health and well-being of Canadians.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	84-89
Number of pages	6
Journal	Canadian Journal of Bioethics
Volume	7
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.7202/1114961ar
Publication status	Published - 2024
Externally published	Yes

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bioethics
health policy
national bioethics council

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