Accessing Abortion

Yes, you CAN get an abortion in Alberta.

Your provincial healthcare covers the cost of the abortion procedure. Additional pain medication or a second dose of misoprostol are paid out of pocket. Contact Pro-Choice YQL for financial assistance.

Minors (people under the age of 18) do not need parental consent to access abortion.

Click the buttons below to learn more about the types of abortion and how to get them.

Surgical Abortions

In-clinic Abortions

In-clinic abortions terminate pregnancy up to 20 weeks.

Medical Abortions

Self-managed Abortions

Self-managed abortions terminate pregnancy up to 10 weeks.

Preparing for your abortion

Preparing For Your Abortion

What to expect prior to the abortion.

Aftercare and follow-up

Aftercare & Follow-Up

What to expect after the abortion.

Abortion procedure

The Abortion Procedure

What to expect accessing abortion care.

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