Surgical abortion
Interruption of pregnancy service
First trimester
A first-trimester abortion takes about 20 minutes, including preparation, gynecological examination, a few samples and medication. The procedure itself takes about 5 to 10 minutes. Clinic attendance, including the rest period, is approximately 2.5 hours. Second-trimester abortion takes about 30 minutes, including preparation time. Clinic attendance is approximately 3-4 hours.
Procedure under local anaesthesia
The procedure is performed under local anesthesia. Intravenous narcotics are provided for optimal comfort. It is preferable to be accompanied when returning home. You are not allowed to drive after the abortion for a period of 24 hours.
A non-judgmental environment
Service in a single appointment
A warm environment
Appointments generally within a week
Confidential medical file
Accessible parking
Covered by RAMQ
Women's team
The preparation
Your appointment day
You must to :
Avoid eating and/or drinking from 3 hours before your appointment time
Bring all relevant documents (ultrasound results, if available)
Be accompanied by someone for the trip home
Expect to be at the clinic for about 2½ hours
Avoid driving, working or looking after children for 24 hours after the abortion, and/or during the period following insertion of laminar rods
Abstain from alcohol (24 hours before and after)
Abstain from drugs (24 hours before and after)
Confirm appointment three working days in advance
Present valid Régie d'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ) card at reception
Present photo identification if you do not have a RAMQ card. For security reasons, we require valid photo identification (health insurance card, driver's license or passport) from everyone entering the clinic; please tell your companion.
If a payment is required, we will ask you to make it by debit card (interac) or cash. We do not accept credit cards or cheques.
The process
Appointment information
Post-abortion service
Please read carefully the information on the guidelines to follow following an instrument abortion.
Contact us
Your choice. Your right.
We're here to support you and surround you with loving care. Our clinic is an inclusive and welcoming space, where everyone can find the help they need.
Before making an appointment, you must take a urine pregnancy test to confirm that you are pregnant.
Book an appointment at 514-844-4844
Covered by RAMQ
Covered by IFHP (refugees)
Charges may apply
The name and date of birth of the woman who needs the appointment, and a telephone number where we can leave a message.
The date of your last menstrual period
Medical history: chronic illnesses (epilepsy, diabetes, heart problems, bleeding disorders or von Willebrand syndrome)
History of asthma (bring your treatment)
Drug allergies (have the names of medications with you)
Taking medication (have the names of medications with you)
Last revised : June 2026