Appointments

Before booking an appointment, we require a positive pregnancy test result.
If you are ready to make an appointment, you have two options:

Book Your Appointment Online

Please submit the online intake form. This gives us your health history that is required to book your appointment.

 

 

Please submit the online intake form. This gives us your health history that is required to book your appointment.

The intake form can be found on the upper right hand corner of the home page. This intake must be completed by the patient. Please take care and check that all information is correct. 

After submitting the intake form, we will call or email you within 3 business days (Monday to Friday, excluding holidays). Once we send you an email with your appointment time, you must reply to the email to confirm the appointment. If you do not reply to confirm the appointment we may assume you no longer require it and cancel the appointment.

If you do not hear from us within 3 days of submitting the intake form, please call us. If you are unable to complete the online intake form, please call us to submit the intake over the phone.

To access our secure online booking please use the following link:

Book Appointment

Book Your Appointment By Phone

If you have any problems completing the online intake form, please call us to complete the intake form over the phone. We must speak directly to the person the appointment is for.

VANCOUVER AREA: 604-736-7878
TOLL-FREE NUMBER: 1-877-736-7171

If you have any problems completing the online intake form, please call us to complete the intake form over the phone. We must speak directly to the person the appointment is for.

If English is not your first language, please make arrangements for an interpreter for the intake.

  • Call us anytime between 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, except statutory holidays.
  • Please be patient as our phone lines are often very busy. Monday is the busiest day of the week for the phone lines.
  • Please have your BC Care Card number ready, if you have one.

VANCOUVER AREA: 604-736-7878
TOLL-FREE NUMBER: 1-877-736-7171

Appointment Preparation

A few key items for your appointment.

Please bring:

  • Your BC CareCard, if you have one.
  • A piece of photo identification.
  • Due to COVID-19 only the client is allowed in the clinic.
  • Let us know at the time of booking your appointment if your photo identification does not accurately reflect your name, gender marker, or current gender presentation. We recognize that for some trans and non-binary people, your photo identification might not accurately reflect who you are.
  • Any prescription medication that you are currently taking.
  • An extra pair of underwear and socks.
  • 2 maxi pads (not tampons).
  • A light snack and something to drink for after the procedure.

Please do:

  • Drink plenty of clear fluids, up to your appointment time (for example, water, clear tea, ginger-ale/Sprite/7up, apple juice).
  • Dress comfortably: A short sleeved shirt, full back underwear, socks, flat, comfortable shoes.
  • Take all prescription medication as usual.
  • Anticipate a stay of 2 – 4 hours.

If you are having an aspiration abortion, please refrain from:

  • Eating four hours before your aspiration appointment.
  • Driving 24 hours after the procedure.

For all abortion appointments, please refrain from:

  • Wearing any perfume or cologne.
  • Bringing any children with you to the clinic.
  • Drinking alcohol 24 hours before your appointment.
  • Taking Aspirin 24 hours before your appointment (other pain killers are okay)
  • Wearing coloured contact lenses or lipstick.

Language Interpretation Services

Language interpretation services are available during your appointment.

When you make your appointment, please let our staff know that you require an interpreter to attend with you and what your primary spoken language is.

本诊所提供翻译服务。 预约时,请告知我们您需要翻译人员陪同您,以及您需要的语言是什么。

翻譯服務
ਅਨੁਵਾਦ ਸੇਵਾਵਾਂ
خدمات ترجمه
번역 서비스
DỊCH VỤ DỊCH THUẬT
SERVICES DE TRADUCTION
USŁUGI TŁUMACZĄCE
翻訳サービス

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about your appointment and procedure through these frequently asked questions.

Do I have to make an appointment?
An appointment must be scheduled in advance by telephone or through the online booking page. We are not able to book appointments in person or accept patients without an appointment. Please go to the “appointment” section of this website or call us at 604-736-7878, Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM to book an appointment. The clinic is open some Saturdays as well.
How long will I be at the clinic for my appointment?
Medication Abortion
  • If you are less than 10 weeks pregnant and choose to have a medication abortion, you should expect to be at the clinic for approximately 2 hours.
  • Afterwards, we require a follow up to confirm that the pregnancy has ended. You may choose to come back to the clinic for an ultrasound or go to Lifelabs for two blood tests.
Aspiration Abortion
  • If you are less than 14 weeks pregnant, you should expect to be at the clinic for 3 - 4 hours for an aspiration abortion. The abortion procedure is very brief but you will need time to see the counsellor and nurse, and then recover after your abortion.
  • If you are between 14 and 17 weeks pregnant, you will be scheduled for a two-day abortion procedure. You can expect to be at the clinic for 2 - 4 hours on each day.
What do I need to do to prepare for an aspiration or medication abortion?
Please refer to this page for information on how to prepare for your procedure and what to expect during and after.
Do I have to pay for my abortion?
If you are a BC resident and have valid Medical Service Plan (MSP) coverage (BC Care Card), your abortion will be completely covered by the plan. If you are from another province, you will have to pay for services at our clinic. However, you can apply for partial reimbursement from your provincial health plan. If you are a visitor to BC or wish to pay privately for other reasons, the following fees will apply:
  • If you are under 10 weeks pregnant and choose a medication abortion, the fee for your appointment is $575, and the medication will cost $332.75.
  • If you are under 12 weeks pregnant, an aspiration abortion will cost $700.
  • If you are between 12 weeks and 14 weeks pregnant, an aspiration abortion will cost $750.
  • If you are 14 weeks pregnant and over, an aspiration abortion will cost $1600.
The fees for our services are aligned with the other abortion care providers in Vancouver and Vancouver Island. If you require information about MSP coverage or have any questions about our fees, please contact us at 604-736-7878.
If you are facing financial barriers that may limit your ability to access our services, please contact our office. 
If you are a status First Nations person in BC and want to register for MSP, please contact the First Nations Health Authority. Our clinic accepts Cash, Debit, Visa, Mastercard, and Union Pay.
Do I need a referral from a doctor?
You do not need a referral or note from a doctor to book an abortion at our clinic. However, if you do see a doctor beforehand or if a doctor or clinic refers you to our clinic, please give us their name when you book your appointment.
Do you serve trans, non-binary, and Two-Spirit people?
Yes. Our staff have been trained in providing safe, non-judgmental care to trans, non-binary, and Two-Spirit clients. We are always interested in feedback regarding additional ways that we can improve our services for clients from these communities.
Can I have an IUD inserted on the day of the abortion?
It is safe to insert an IUD (intra-uterine device) immediately following your procedure. You may bring a pre-purchased IUD with you to your appointment or you may purchase one from us. You can make an appointment with a counsellor to discuss whether an IUD is the right choice for you and review the various options to decide which one will meet your needs.

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The Elizabeth Bagshaw Clinic provides reproductive health services in an environment that respects individuals and their choices, without judgment.