Charity that offers support to Canadians struggling with infertility could fold
Fertility Matters Canada is one of the only national charities that helps people with infertility issues. Continue reading
Reproductive health
‘There is a problem here’: advocates sound alarm over abortion access in Canada
By Heather Yourex-West Network Digital Journalist: Alberta Correspondent
“People in Canada tend to think access to abortion is just a given and it’s not.” Continue reading
Women’s advocates to publish resource guide to accessing abortion in Nova Scotia
“The goal is to make sure that we are clear and transparent about what the law is in Canada and to give people a resource in navigating the medical system.” Continue reading
What you need to know about Ireland’s bitterly-debated abortion vote
Ireland will go to the polls Friday to vote on whether abortion should be legal, in a bitterly-contested campaign that has divided the country. Continue reading
Over 35? Yes, you can still have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby
Women over 35 will usually have healthy pregnancies and babies, but there are some increased risks. Continue reading
Alberta government to cover cost of medical abortion pill
Alberta has become the latest province to cover the cost of a medical abortion pill called Mifegymiso. Continue reading
Trudeau pledges $650M for reproductive health on International Women’s Day
The federal government plans to spend $650 million over three years for sexual and reproductive health. Continue reading
Canadian women delaying childbirth, teen pregnancies falling: Stats Canada
By Shallima Maharaj Digital Broadcast Journalist
Statistics Canada numbers suggest more Canadian women are delaying childbirth and teen pregnancy rates are dropping off. Continue reading
Abortion pill: Canadian prescribers to get training for Mifegymiso this month
The abortion pill MIfegymiso will be available in Canada this spring, decades after it came into use in other countries. Continue reading
Facing lawsuit, PEI will start offering abortions
PEI will no longer be the only province in Canada where you can’t get an abortion. Continue reading