Pregnant Woman’s Undercover Video Reveals Late-Term Abortions in Vancouver
Alissa Golob, a pro-life advocate and co-founder of RightNow, conducted an undercover investigation into late-term abortion accessibility in Canada. At 22 weeks of pregnancy, she visited abortion clinics in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, and Calgary in 2023. Her goal was to determine whether late-term abortions could be acquired without medical justification.
Findings of the Undercover Investigation
Golob’s investigation revealed disturbing insights from her interactions with medical staff. She received consistent information that late-term abortions could be arranged without requiring medical reasons, extending as far as 32 weeks in certain cases. She noted that staff at clinics referred to a late-term abortion procedure as a “mini stillbirth.” Many clinics accepted reasons like “not wanting to be pregnant” or already having children as valid justifications.
Public Reaction
The release of Golob’s findings has elicited significant public and media responses across Canada. Many Canadians expressed shock at the implications of her recordings, with even pro-choice individuals reacting negatively. Critics voiced concerns regarding the ethical implications of unrestricted late-term abortions.
- Reactions included horror and disbelief from the general public.
- Pro-choice advocates showed confusion and attempted to refute the findings.
- Conservative MPs supported Golob’s efforts, amplifying the conversation around this issue.
Legal Challenges and Advocacy
Since the story broke, Golob encountered legal barriers related to the Alberta “bubble zone” legislation, which restricts the release of certain recordings. She claims this law is more stringent than similar legislation in Ontario or Quebec. The inability to release certain footage from Calgary adds complexity to the discussion and raises questions about transparency in late-term abortion practices across the country.
Concerns About Abortion Statistics
Golob raised concerns about the reliability of Canadian abortion statistics. In her recordings, she learned that any pregnancy termination occurring after 20 weeks is classified as a stillbirth. This classification plays a significant role in how late-term abortion data is reported and understood in Canada. She urges a call for clearer statistics regarding late-term abortions to better inform public discourse.
A Surprising Window into Late-Term Abortions
Alissa Golob believes that the revelations from her investigation offer a new perspective on late-term abortions in Canada. As public awareness grows, many seek further clarification on guidelines regarding abortion access. The controversy ignited by her findings has opened a dialogue that many Canadians were unaware needed addressing. Going forward, Golob indicates that further releases of her recordings will depend on changes to Alberta’s legislation.
