There was a time when HIV was a death sentence. Nowadays, it’s a life sentence of antiretroviral medication. Which is why the Liberals, since 2016, have been thinking of softening the law on HIV non-disclosure.

That is, until the end of November, when Justice Minister Arif Virani’s office confirmed to the Star that no reforms were on the way. It’s a blow to the longtime efforts of HIV advocacy groups who have some valid concerns about the law, but it’s probably for the best.