But not everyone was on the same page, most notably, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Having those test results can help people reduce the likelihood of developing a disease, through lifestyle changes, closer monitoring or pursuing treatment options. "We, as the prime minister articulated yesterday, have serious concerns about the constitutionality of one of the parts of the bill.... That concern remains." It forecast dramatic increases in premiums for both life and critical illness insurance if insurers are no longer privy to test results. Known as the genetic non-discrimination act, Bill S-201 would prevent employers, businesses and insurance companies from demanding people's genetic test results.

Source: CBC News March 09, 2017 23:07 UTC