Access Now Nova Scotia

Speaker, I rise to recognize an important and newly formed coalition of which I am very proud to be a member: Access Now Nova Scotia.

Access Now is a broad coalition of health care professionals, not-for-profit advocacy organizations, and politicians who have come together to pursue barrier-free access to contraception in consideration of gender equity, best medical practices, and smart economics.

Access to contraception is recognized as a basic human right. Additionally, best medical practice indicates that providing contraceptive choice without barriers is fundamental to the overall health and well-being of patients. Unintended pregnancies can have significant negative impacts on the physical, emotional, and socio-economic lives of patients, their families, and their communities.

Our caucus is proud to be a part of this coalition as we continue to press for free and unfettered access to contraception for all Nova Scotians.