Which (Philisophy) Essay Topic Should I Choose?

  1. In Canada, non-animal protein is affordable and plentiful and the mass production of animal protein seems to involve an increasing risk to human health. Should we become vegetarians? Why or why not?
  2. Currently, under Canadian Law, an individual who wants to die can commit suicide or refuse treatment necessary for life. He or she cannot, however, be assisted in committing suicide. Anyone who aids or counsels a person to commit suicide is, whether or not suicide actually ensues, guilty of an indictable offence and liable to imprisonment up to fourteen years. Should the law be revised to allow for assisted suicide? Why or why not?
  3. When the U.S. Government asked for military help from its friend and neighbour, Canada, to invade Iraq, the Canadian government declined. Should the Government of Canada have supported the American government in the latter’s decision to invade Iraq? Why or why not?