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Contraception was decriminalized in Canada on July 1, 1969.

Counselling

OPTIONS Counselling Program is a pro-choice program that provides non-judgemental, confidential support by qualified staff.

 

We believe people are entitled to accurate information to make confident, informed, and healthy decisions for themselves.

 

Each person has the right to make decisions about their sexual and reproductive health.

 

 All of our services are free and confidential

 You can access our services by telephone, in office, or by e-mail

  

 

 

We Provide:

 

Pregnancy Testing

  • Free and confidential with immediate results

 In-Office Counselling

  • Support for individuals, couple, and families

 Telephone Counselling

  • Anonymous callers receive information and support

 e-mail Support

  • Confidential responses to e-mail inquires

 Outreach

  • Offsite counselling and workshops for community groups

 Referrals

  • Clients are connected with community resources and services

  

We Can Talk About...

 

Pregnancy Options

  • Clients are guided through a supportive decision-making process
  • All three options are supported equally (adoption, abortion, and parenting)

 Past Abortions

  • An opportunity to talk freely about a previous abortion

 Birth Control & STI's

  • Current information on birth control methods
  • Sexually transmitted infections (STI's) and safer sex practices

Sexual Health Concerns

  • Answers to questions about sexuality & reproductive health

 Sexual Orientation

  • Collaborate with clients to develop strategies to assist with the coming out process

 

 

 What Participants Say

  • "They gave me accurate information about adoption, abortion, and parenting, so I could make the right decision for me." - Female, age 19

  •  "I just wanted to thank you for your support, your guidance, and your understanding." - Male, age 35

  •  "The counsellor helped my partner and I when we were faced with an unplanned pregnancy." - Female, age 29

 

     Contact Us:

          Telephone:       780.423.3737

          E-mail:               optionssexualhealth@hotmail.com

          Fax:                    780.425.1782

 

          Office Hours:    Monday to Friday 8:30 am until 4:30 pm. Closed from noon until 1:00 pm