Choosing an abortion method
Description of
the right
The choice of a method of abortion is influenced by your health condition, your stage of pregnancy and your personal preferences.
To guide your choice, you have the right to receive and request information about possible methods, including their advantages and disadvantages. Your free consent must be obtained before the abortion. You can change your mind at any time.
To find abortion services, consult this directory or dial 811.
Abortion is free for people covered by the Régie d’assurance santé du Québec (RAMQ) or the Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP).
References
Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms: section 7
Quebec Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms: section 1 and 44
Act respecting social services and health services: sections 3, 4, 8, 9 and 10
Civil Code of Quebec: sections 10 and 11
Professional obligation according to many other professional orders (list of professional orders)