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Explore the intricate legal and historical landscape of capital punishment in Canada, focusing on its eventual abolition and the lasting impact of the landmark United States v. Burns Supreme Court case concerning extradition and the death penalty. This topic also highlights the crucial advocacy efforts by organizations like the Canadian Coalition Against the Death Penalty in shaping public opinion and policy.

Tomorrow, a significant vote on the abolition of the death penalty is expected. This crucial decision could mark a turning point in capital punishment reform, impacting human rights and the future of justice. Voters will have the opportunity to decide on ending the death sentence, shaping legal precedents for generations to come.