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Generally, Canada has a high rate of contraceptive use. It's estimated that over 70% of Canadian women (of reproductive age) use modern contraceptive methods, and about 22% of Canadian men have underwent male sterilization.<ref>[http://www.un.org/en/development/desa/population/publications/pdf/family/trendsContraceptiveUse2015Report.pdf Trends in | Generally, Canada has a high rate of contraceptive use. It's estimated that over 70% of Canadian women (of reproductive age) use modern contraceptive methods, and about 22% of Canadian men have underwent male sterilization.<ref>[http://www.un.org/en/development/desa/population/publications/pdf/family/trendsContraceptiveUse2015Report.pdf Trends in | ||
Contraceptive Use Worldwide 2015]</ref> Yet some women still face difficulty when trying to access birth control. The | Contraceptive Use Worldwide 2015]</ref> Yet some women still face difficulty when trying to access birth control. The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada found that Canadian women have less birth-control options than women in other developed countries.<ref>[http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-and-fitness/health/canadians-feel-the-cost-of-health-policies-limiting-access-to-birth-control/article23883108/ It's time to give Canadian women more options when it comes to birth control, experts say]</ref> Furthermore, the Canadian Contraception Consensus report found that 15% of sexually-active Canadian women aren't using any form of birth control, and 20% are using birth control inconsistently. The largest barrier is probably cost. Contraceptives aren't free under Canada's universal health care plan, and affordable birth control options are typically found through the public sexual health clinics (which can have limited drug choices, limited opening hours and long wait times). It should be stressed, however, that these clinics do provide affordable options and are an invaluable resource in Canada.<ref>[http://www.metronews.ca/life/health/2016/01/11/canada-birth-control-policy-needs-overhaul.html Canada lags behind other nations in birth control access, and it's costing us]</ref> | ||
===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
* You can buy '''condoms''' online at [http://www.topcondomscanada.com/ Top Condoms Canada], [http://idealcondoms.ca/ IdealCondoms.ca] and [https://www.undercovercondoms.com/ Undercover Condoms]. | * You can buy '''condoms''' online at [http://www.topcondomscanada.com/ Top Condoms Canada], [http://idealcondoms.ca/ IdealCondoms.ca] and [https://www.undercovercondoms.com/ Undercover Condoms], at any pharmacy and most corner stores (depanneur). | ||
* You can get '''birth control pills''' at pharmacies or health centers. | * You can get '''birth control pills''' at pharmacies or health centers. | ||
* If you want an '''IUD''', you can get it many health centers and clinics. For example, at [http://www.forcemedic.com/en/womens-health-clinic/ ForceMedic Women's Health Clinic], you can get the Mona Lisa IUD (insertion and device). You can get Mirena insertion at [http://www.clinique-femina.com/english/gynecologie.html Clinique médicale Fémina]. | * If you want an '''IUD''', you can get it at many health centers and clinics. For example, at [http://www.forcemedic.com/en/womens-health-clinic/ ForceMedic Women's Health Clinic], you can get the Mona Lisa IUD (insertion and device). You can get Mirena insertion at [http://www.clinique-femina.com/english/gynecologie.html Clinique médicale Fémina]. | ||
* For contraceptive shots (Depo-Provera), you can get them at [http://www.clinique-femina.com/english/gynecologie.html Clinique médicale Fémina]. | * For contraceptive shots (Depo-Provera), you can get them at [http://www.clinique-femina.com/english/gynecologie.html Clinique médicale Fémina]. | ||
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===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||
In Canada, emergency contraception (also known as "the morning after pill") is available over the counter. They can be found in public sector hospitals and pharmacies. | In Canada, emergency contraception (also known as "the morning after pill") is available over the counter. They can be found in public sector hospitals and pharmacies. | ||
There are some age restrictions when purchasing EC. As reported by the International Consortium for Emergency Contraception, " In May 2008, the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA) recommended full OTC access for the LNG regimen with no age restriction. This recommendation is being applied Under Common Law; however, pharmacists have the discretion to restrict sale of EC if a woman does not appear mature. All provinces follow Common Law with the exception of Quebec, which follows Civil Code, and Saskatchewan."<ref>[http://www.cecinfo.org/country-by-country-information/status-availability-database/countries/canada/ EC Status and Availability: Canada]</ref> | There are some age restrictions when purchasing EC. As reported by the International Consortium for Emergency Contraception, " In May 2008, the National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA) recommended full OTC access for the LNG regimen with no age restriction. This recommendation is being applied Under Common Law; however, pharmacists have the discretion to restrict sale of EC if a woman does not appear mature. All provinces follow Common Law with the exception of Quebec, which follows Civil Code, and Saskatchewan."<ref>[http://www.cecinfo.org/country-by-country-information/status-availability-database/countries/canada/ EC Status and Availability: Canada]</ref> | ||
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In Canada, if you want dedicated progestin-only EC, you can take NorLevo 0.75 mg (available over the counter) or Plan B (available over the counter). You should take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex. If you can't access dedicated EC, you can use some oral contraceptives as replacement EC -- but, remember: in 28-day packs, only the first 21 pills can be used. Some of the contraceptives you can use are Ovral (take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 2 more pills 12 hours later), Minovral (take 4 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 4 more pills 12 hours later) and Alesse (take 5 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 5 more pills 12 hours later).<ref>[http://ec.princeton.edu/worldwide/ Princeton EC website]</ref> | In Canada, if you want dedicated progestin-only EC, you can take NorLevo 0.75 mg (available over the counter) or Plan B (available over the counter). You should take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex. If you can't access dedicated EC, you can use some oral contraceptives as replacement EC -- but, remember: in 28-day packs, only the first 21 pills can be used. Some of the contraceptives you can use are Ovral (take 2 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 2 more pills 12 hours later), Minovral (take 4 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 4 more pills 12 hours later) and Alesse (take 5 pills within 120 hours after unprotected sex and take 5 more pills 12 hours later).<ref>[http://ec.princeton.edu/worldwide/ Princeton EC website]</ref> | ||
'''Note:''' The longest-lasting EC is currently [http://www.ellaone.com/ ellaOne]. It lasts up to 5 days (120 hours) after unprotected sex. It seems like ellaOne is available in Canada. However, a prescription may be | '''Note:''' The longest-lasting EC is currently [http://www.ellaone.com/ ellaOne]. It lasts up to 5 days (120 hours) after unprotected sex. It seems like ellaOne is available in Canada. However, a prescription may be required to purchase it. Check with your pharmacist or local sexual health clinic for details. | ||
===Costs=== | ===Costs=== | ||
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===Costs=== | ===Costs=== | ||
If you wish to get the HPV vaccine (Gardasil) it will cost you about 200$ at any travel vaccination clinic. | |||
==Menstruation== | ==Menstruation== | ||
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This website has been developed to provide women with information about Pap testing and what it means to have abnormal test results. All of the information contained in this website has been reviewed by physicians." | This website has been developed to provide women with information about Pap testing and what it means to have abnormal test results. All of the information contained in this website has been reviewed by physicians." | ||
For a list of feminist providers in Montreal, you can go to [http://gynecopositive.com/ Gyneco Positive] | |||
===Costs=== | ===Costs=== | ||
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===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||
In Quebec, mothers are entitled to 18 weeks of maternity leave with no pay. This time of leave can start, at the earliest, in the 16th week before the expected delivery.<ref name="quebec-maternityleave">[http://www4.gouv.qc.ca/EN/Portail/Citoyens/Evenements/DevenirParent/Pages/cong_matrn.aspx Services Québec – Citoyens: Maternity Leave]</ref> | |||
Fathers are entitled to five weeks of paternity leave, which must be taken consecutively, and it can only begin after the birth of the child. This is also without pay.<ref name="quebec-paternityleave">[http://www4.gouv.qc.ca/EN/Portail/Citoyens/Evenements/DevenirParent/Pages/cong_patrn.aspx Services Québec – Citoyens: Paternity Leave]</ref> | |||
In addition to maternity and paternity leave, parents are entitled to parental leave. This entitles parents to 52 weeks of time off from work, and the parent will receive no pay.<ref name="quebec-parentalleave">[http://www4.gouv.qc.ca/EN/Portail/Citoyens/Evenements/DevenirParent/Pages/cong_parnt.aspx Services Québec – Citoyens: Parental Leave]</ref> | |||
If people qualify for maternity or paternity leave, they will receive benefits from Québec Parental Insurance Plan (QPIP) during their time of leave.<ref name="quebec-maternityleave" /> <ref name="quebec-paternityleave" />If people qualify for parental leave, they will receive benefits from Québec Parental Insurance Plan (QPIP) during a portion of their leave.<ref name="quebec-parentalleave" /> | |||
For more information on becoming in Quebec, check out [https://www.quebec.ca/en/services-quebec/parent/ this information page]from Gouvernement du Québec. | |||
===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
* [https://www.womenontherise.ca/ Women on the Rise]: They support "isolated, low income and single mothers with children between 0-5 years old." Email: womenontherise@bellnet.ca | |||
* [http://maisonelizabethhouse.com/home-eng/ Elizabeth House]: "Elizabeth House is a private rehabilitation centre that offers a continuum of intensive intervention and specialized support services to parents, particularly young mothers and mothers-to-be, experiencing serious difficulties adjusting to pregnancy or in their parenting role." Email: info@maisonelizabeth.ca | |||
===Costs=== | ===Costs=== | ||
* New parents may have benefits covered by Québec Parental Insurance Plan (QPIP) during maternity, paternity, or parental leave, if they qualify, but they will not be paid their salary from their employers during their leave.<ref name="quebec-maternityleave" /> <ref name="quebec-paternityleave" /> <ref name="quebec-parentalleave" /> | |||
* There is a Financial Assistance Program for pregnant minors. To qualify, you must be under 18 years old, at least 20 weeks pregnant, and you must not have financial assistance. In 2018, the benefits were either $205 per month (for women residing in resources run by a nonprofit) or $822 per month for other scenarios.<ref name="quebec-parentalleave">[http://www4.gouv.qc.ca/EN/Portail/Citoyens/Evenements/DevenirParent/Pages/progr_soutn_fincr_minr_encnt.aspx Pregnant Minors Financial Assistance Program]</ref> For more information, you can visit the [http://www4.gouv.qc.ca/EN/Portail/Citoyens/Evenements/DevenirParent/Pages/progr_soutn_fincr_minr_encnt.aspx government page] on the program. | |||
==Abortion== | ==Abortion== | ||
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* Generally, abortions in Canada are funded by Medicare (for Canadian citizens and permanent residents). If you have a valid Quebec health insurance card (RAMQ), medical and surgical abortions at free-standing clinics and hospitals are fully covered. | * Generally, abortions in Canada are funded by Medicare (for Canadian citizens and permanent residents). If you have a valid Quebec health insurance card (RAMQ), medical and surgical abortions at free-standing clinics and hospitals are fully covered. | ||
* If you're not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, you'll need to pay between $300-$ | * If you are a student at any university in Québec (except from Bishop's University), no matter what country you are from, abortion is fully covered by Desjardins Insurance. <ref> [http://www.fqpn.qc.ca/actualites/avortement-et-etudiantes-etrangeres/]</ref> | ||
* If you need help paying for your abortion | * If you're not a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, you'll need to pay between $300-$1300<ref>[http://www.fqpn.qc.ca/public/informez-vous/grossesse-non-planifiee/avortement/]</ref> . The costs will vary, depending on how long you have been pregnant, the clinic and the type of procedure. | ||
* If you need help paying for your abortion or need any further information, call the [http://www.fqpn.qc.ca/page/nous-joindre/ Fédération québécoise pour le planning des naissances]. Unfortunately, the website is only in French, but they should be able to find someone to answer you in English if necessary. You could also contact [http://www.sexualhealthandrights.ca/about-us/ Action Canada] or the [http://nafcanada.org/are-you-pregnant.html National Abortion Federation]. | |||
==Advocacy & Counseling== | ==Advocacy & Counseling== | ||
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* [http://teenhealthsource.com/ Teen Health Source]: This website offers sex education to teenagers. | * [http://teenhealthsource.com/ Teen Health Source]: This website offers sex education to teenagers. | ||
* [http://www.mcgill.ca/igsf/ Institue for Gender, Sexuality and Feminist Studies at McGill]: 3487 Peel Street, 2nd floor, Montreal, Quebec H3A 1W7, Tel.: 514-398-3911, Fax: 514-398-3986. Email: info.igsf@mcgill.ca | * [http://www.mcgill.ca/igsf/ Institue for Gender, Sexuality and Feminist Studies at McGill]: 3487 Peel Street, 2nd floor, Montreal, Quebec H3A 1W7, Tel.: 514-398-3911, Fax: 514-398-3986. Email: info.igsf@mcgill.ca | ||
* [http://http://www.fqpn.qc.ca/ Fédération du Québec pour le planning des naissances]: A reproductive and sexual rights organisation based in Montreal. Tel.: 514-866-3721. Email: info@fqpn.qc.ca | |||
* [https://www.sexualhealthandrights.ca Action Canada for Sexual Health and Rights]: Provide information and list of resources for all provinces. | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||