Charlottetown – After several years of on-again off-again efforts, Birthright has opened an office in downtown Charlottetown
That it has finally become reality is largely dues to the efforts of Marg Hoganson, who moved here four years ago, brining with her six years of experience as a volunteer in Halifax.
Birthright is non-sectarian, non-profit and designed to help any women greatly disturbed by an untimely or unwanted pregnancy. Its volunteers aim to turn an initially distressing situation into a positive and life-giving ... (Continue reading)
Written on 11 Dec, 1991 at 12:03 in
Crisis pregnancy centres | Author:
Margaret Fahey
Five years ago Sister Elizabeth Kinsella of the Grey Sisters of Mary Immaculate came to the shocking realization that Ottawa was failing to meet the needs of pregnant teenagers, already overwhelmed not only by their situation, but also the need for shelter, caring for their babies and completing their education.
Supported by a board of eight committed individuals, Sister Betty Ann, as Sister Kinsella is know, set out to provide a home, a nursery and a school – ... (Continue reading)
Written on 20 Oct, 1985 at 8:31 in
Across Canada, Activism, Crisis pregnancy centres, Pro-Life | Author:
Nadine Hubert
Single pregnant women often feel isolated and afraid. Because they become vulnerable to pressure, some of these women will see abortion as their only solution.
But the North York Crisis Pregnancy Centre has opened to help women and girls of all ages and backgrounds who are confused and frightened about their pregnancy. The centre tries to show these women that there are alternatives to abortion.
“We offer pro-life counseling,” says director Ebeline Zee-Hawtin.
Since the centre opened last October, ... (Continue reading)
Written on 15 Sep, 1985 at 9:36 in
Abortion, Crisis pregnancy centres, Pro-Life | Author:
Nadine Hubert
More than 8,000 people gathered at Moncton Coliseum to see Mother Teresa officially open the Catholic Foundation for Human Life last June 23rd.
In her 40-minute address, Mother Teresa implored Canadians to “never allow in this beautiful country . . . a single unborn child to feel unwanted, unloved.” She called abortion “the greatest destroyer of peace, love and joy.”
Mother Teresa was invited to Moncton by David Little, president of the CFHL. She agreed to be a spiritual advisor to ... (Continue reading)
Written on 6 Mar, 1985 at 8:37 in
Across Canada, Activism, Crisis pregnancy centres | Author:
Ebeline Zee-Hawtin
The North York Crisis Pregnancy Centre has now been open for four months. During that time, we have had 83 clients. The age range is from 14 to 35 years; almost half of the clients (37) have been in their teens. Most clients come in for a pregnancy test and, of 73 pregnancy tests done, 28 were positive.
Most of the clients come in for that first visit – certainly, the client whose pregnancy test is ... (Continue reading)
Written on 24 Jan, 1984 at 9:27 in
Abortion, Crisis pregnancy centres | Author:
Curtis J. Young INTERNATIONAL
Sixteen-year-old Kimberly entered the Richmond Metropolitan Crisis Pregnancy Centre, pregnant and feeling very confused. She already had an appointment for an abortion at a local abortion clinic. The counselors at the CPC showed Kimberly lots of love and encouraged her to choose life. In her own words:
"When I left the Centre I left just as confused as I was when in there except that I had two special friends to stand beside me in my decision. ... (Continue reading)
