Canadian man approved for euthanasia despite citing POVERTY as key reason for his decision | Daily Mail Online
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Summary:
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- A doctor approved Les Landry's application for medical assistance in dying, despite him saying poverty is a major factor in the decision to end his own life
- Landry, 65, awaits verdict of second doctor who visited his home on Wednesday
- Landry says if the second approval isn't given, he will 'shop' for another doctor willing to sign it off - something that's legal under Canada's euthanasia laws
- He said benefit cuts mean 'sooner or later I just won't be able to afford to live'
- Shocking case lays bare the relaxed approach to euthanasia in Canada, where experts say 'choosing to die is more accessible' than support for disabled people..."