Premier Danielle Smith: New legislation will prohibit Alberta doctors from performing gender reassignment surgeries on youth under age of 18

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announces new legislation will be introduced that will prohibit Alberta doctors from performing gender reassignment surgeries on youth under age 18. 

Puberty blockers and hormone therapy for the purpose of gender reassignment will be prohibited for minors under age 16. 

Parental, doctor and psychologist approval will be required for 16 and 17 year olds before any access to puberty blockers or hormone therapy is allowed.