In June 2022, the US Supreme Court made global headlines when it overturned Roe v Wade, a nearly 50-year-old precedent that guaranteed a qualified constitutional right to abortion in the US. In the blink of an eye, the Court's intervention ended this protection, and flipped the question of abortion regulation back to the 50 states, resulting in extreme disparities in the accessibility and legality of abortion across the country. While none of this altered the legal landscape in Canada, it did lead Canadians to wonder about the legal status and long-term security of their reproductive rights. Could the same thing happen here? This 4-part podcast series attempts to answer this question through a series of interviews with legal and constitutional experts on the history (and potential future) of abortion access in Canada. It tells the stories of how the Supreme Court effectively decriminalized abortion in Canada; how the federal and provincial governments responded post-decriminalization; and how the debates surrounding abortion regulation and reproductive rights have evolved in recent years.
Abortion Rights in Canada: Morgentaler and Beyond
Claim This Podcastby Centre for Constitutional Studies
Podcast Overview
In June 2022, the US Supreme Court made global headlines when it overturned Roe v Wade, a nearly 50-year-old precedent that guaranteed a qualified constitutional right to abortion in the US. In the blink of an eye, the Court's intervention ended this protection, and flipped the question of abortion regulation back to the 50 states, resulting in extreme disparities in the accessibility and legality of abortion across the country. While none of this altered the legal landscape in Canada, it did lead Canadians to wonder about the legal status and long-term security of their reproductive rights. Could the same thing happen here? This 4-part podcast series attempts to answer this question through a series of interviews with legal and constitutional experts on the history (and potential future) of abortion access in Canada. It tells the stories of how the Supreme Court effectively decriminalized abortion in Canada; how the federal and provincial governments responded post-decriminalization; and how the debates surrounding abortion regulation and reproductive rights have evolved in recent years.
Language
🇺🇲
Publishing Since
7/4/2023
1 verified contact email on file for Abortion Rights in Canada: Morgentaler and Beyond
Pitch yourself as a guest, propose sponsorships, or reach out directly to the host.
Recent Episodes
July 26, 2023
#4 The Future of Reproductive Justice in Canada
<p>In the fourth and final episode of the series, Professor Joanna Erdman (Dalhousie University, Schulich School of Law) discusses the future of the reproductive justice movement in Canada. Professor Erdman also provides reflections on the precise role that constitutional law — and especially the equality rights section of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms — might play in advancing the goals of this movement.</p> <p>Series Credits: This series was hosted by Tina Tai, and produced by Tina Tai, Hassan Ahmed,<br /> and Zachary Fischer in collaboration with the Centre for Constitutional Studies (University of<br /> Alberta). Sound editing and music by Mike Contos.</p>
July 19, 2023
#3 The Politics of Abortion, Post-Morgentaler
<p>In the third episode of the series, Professor Rachael Johnstone (Dalhousie University, Department of Political Science) talks about the politics of abortion in the years since the 1988 Morgentaler judgment. In particular, Professor Johnstone focuses on the Mulroney government’s failed attempts to pass a new abortion law, and on the regulations that provincial governments have used to limit abortion access despite its decriminalization. </p> <p>Series Credits: This series was hosted by Tina Tai, and produced by Tina Tai, Hassan Ahmed,<br /> and Zachary Fischer in collaboration with the Centre for Constitutional Studies (University of<br /> Alberta). Sound editing and music by Mike Contos.</p>
July 12, 2023
#2 Morgentaler at the Supreme Court
<p>In this second episode of our four-part series, Professor Kerri Froc (University of New Brunswick Faculty of Law) provides a comprehensive survey of the Supreme Court of Canada’s 1988 Morgentaler decision — the decision that invalidated Canada’s criminal restrictions on abortion while stopping short of recognizing a constitutional right to abortion.</p> <p>Series Credits: This series was hosted by Tina Tai, and produced by Tina Tai, Hassan Ahmed,<br /> and Zachary Fischer in collaboration with the Centre for Constitutional Studies (University of<br /> Alberta). Sound editing and music by Mike Contos.</p>
4 total episodes available
Deep-dive analytics for Abortion Rights in Canada: Morgentaler and Beyond
Frequently asked questions
Have a different question and can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
- What is Abortion Rights in Canada: Morgentaler and Beyond?
- How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
Legal Disclaimer
Pod Engine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with any of the podcasts displayed on this platform. We operate independently as a podcast discovery and analytics service.
All podcast artwork, thumbnails, and content displayed on this page are the property of their respective owners and are protected by applicable copyright laws. This includes, but is not limited to, podcast cover art, episode artwork, show descriptions, episode titles, transcripts, audio snippets, and any other content originating from the podcast creators or their licensors.
We display this content under fair use principles and/or implied license for the purpose of podcast discovery, information, and commentary. We make no claim of ownership over any podcast content, artwork, or related materials shown on this platform. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
While we strive to ensure all content usage is properly authorized, if you are a rights holder and believe your content is being used inappropriately or without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at hey@podengine.ai for prompt review and appropriate action, which may include content removal or proper attribution.
By accessing and using this platform, you acknowledge and agree to respect all applicable copyright laws and intellectual property rights of content owners. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of the content displayed on this platform is strictly prohibited.