Senator Cormier: I hope the minister will be able to clarify this.

Senator Gold, on April 15, Radio-Canada reported on an unfortunate case where a Canadian’s organ donation was rejected because of his sexual orientation.

According to Health Canada’s rules, men who had a same-sex relationship in the five years prior to a possible donation can’t donate their organs.

In response, Health Canada says it is committed to reviewing the Safety of Human Cells, Tissues and Organs for Transplantation Regulations and to supporting scientifically based, non-discriminatory donation policies in Canada.

Senator Gold, my question is simple: Is the review of these regulations indeed under way?