Quebec Religious Group Seeks Legal Use of Magic Mushrooms in Ceremonies

The Gratitude Sanctuary is urging Health Canada to expedite a decision on their exemption request for psilocybin use in religious practices.

The Gratitude Sanctuary, a Quebec-based religious group, has filed a Federal Court application to use psilocybin mushrooms in their ceremonies.
Reverend Superior Alain Menier argues that the mushrooms are essential for members to receive spiritual teachings during rituals.
Health Canada has yet to respond to the group's exemption request, which was first submitted in January 2022.
The group claims that their religious freedom is being infringed upon due to the lack of a decision from Health Canada.
Health Canada is currently reviewing the issue of religious exemptions under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.