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The #SOGC was thrilled to take part in today’s announcement by @cafreeland and @YaaraSaks reaffirming the fed gov’t commitment to universal free access to contraceptives- an important step for women’s reproductive rights in 🇨🇦! 1/2
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¡Solo queda una semana! Comparte tu investigación, ideas o experiencia en #FIGO2027. Presentaciones en inglés, francés y español.
Fecha límite: 29 de octubre: ow.ly/nmrR50ZZYRz
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Just one week left to submit your research! Share your research, clinical insights, workshops or short films at #FIGO2027. Submissions accepted in English, French and Spanish.
Submit by 29 October: ow.ly/1en850ZZYP0
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In The Hill Times, the SOGC, CMA, Royal College and CFPC are calling for swift passage of Bill S-243 to help ensure women’s health needs are taken seriously - with better access to care and education to address persistent inequities.
MORE: hilltimes.com/2026/10/19/wom…
Au congrès de l’AOFOG à Sydney, le Dr Nicholas Leyland, président de la SOGC, a donné une présentation sur les chirurgies vitales en cas d’hémorragie sévère du post-partum. Une semaine riche en échanges de connaissances et en rencontres avec des collègues du monde entier.
SOGC President Dr. Nicholas Leyland presented on lifesaving surgical care for severe postpartum hemorrhage last week at the AOFOG Congress in Sydney. The week of programming offered great opportunities to exchange knowledge and connect with colleagues from around the world.
Les Dres Elisabeth Codsi et Isabelle Malhamé, membres de la SOGC, ont parlé au Devoir des complications qui peuvent survenir des mois après l’accouchement et de l’importance du suivi.
Lire l’article : ledevoir.com/actualites/sant…
SOGC President Dr. Nicholas Leyland discusses barriers to endometriosis care in Canada on CBC’s The National. Canadian women are travelling to Mexico and paying tens of thousands for treatment after facing years-long waits at home.
cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.7…
SOGC President Dr. Nicholas Leyland calls out years-long endometriosis waits in Canada as discrimination against women in a CBC News report. Women are spending tens of thousands for treatment in Mexico. They deserve timely care at home.
MORE: cbc.ca/news/world/endometrio…
SOGC member Dr. Deborah Money helps dispel HPV vaccine disinformation in a Canadian Press article. The HPV vaccine is safe, effective and key to achieving Canada’s goal of eliminating cervical cancer by 2040.
Read the article: ctvnews.ca/health/article/fa…
On CBC’s The National, SOGC member Dr. Cynthia Maxwell discusses new research on Black maternal health and the need to address racism in health care, barriers to access and the dismissal of Black mothers’ symptoms.
Watch: gem.cbc.ca/the-national (Oct. 5, 2026 at 24:00)
SOGC member Dr. Giulia Muraca spoke with CBC News about a new study showing Black Canadians face a higher risk of serious maternal complications, highlighting the urgent need to address inequities in care.
Read the full article: cbc.ca/news/health/black-mat…
Thanks to @APClarkson for sharing her endometriosis story and raising awareness about unacceptable wait times for care. Women should never have to suffer in silence.
SOGC members Dr. Sony Singh & Dr. Olga Bougie discuss gaps in care in @globeandmail: theglobeandmail.com/canada/a…
La SOGC est fière d’appuyer le programme de politiques de la Fondation canadienne de la ménopause et ses 7 priorités d’action. Les femmes demandent de meilleurs soins à la ménopause. Nous devons répondre à leurs besoins.
Pour en savoir plus : fondationcanadiennedelamenop…
The SOGC is proud to support the @MenopauseFdnCan’s policy agenda and its 7 priorities for action. Women are asking for better menopause care, and we need to respond.
Learn more: menopausefoundationcanada.ca…
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Early bird registration opens 26 October 2026.
Save the date and prepare to join FIGO Montréal 2027: figo.org/news/countdown-figo…
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Strengthening Maternal and Newborn Health Across Gasabo District
As part of the ongoing SRHR Project, implemented by RSOG in collaboration with @SOGCorg , with support from @GAC_Corporate and led by L'AMIE, essential maternal and newborn health equipment was handed over to Kayanga Health Center, Gikomero Health Center, Bumbogo Health Center, and Gatsata Health Center in Gasabo District.
The donated equipment will support healthcare providers in delivering quality maternal and newborn healthcare services, strengthening facility capacity and improving access to essential care for women, newborns, and families within the project's catchment area.
Through continued investments in healthcare infrastructure, equipment, training, and mentorship, we are working together to strengthen health systems and improve maternal and reproductive health outcomes across Rwanda.
We extend our sincere appreciation to our partners and the dedicated healthcare teams who continue to advance quality care for women and newborns.
Together, we are building stronger health facilities, healthier communities, and brighter futures.
#SRHRProject #RSOG #SOGC #GlobalAffairsCanada #LAMIE #MaternalHealth #NewbornHealth #HealthSystemsStrengthening #GasaboDistrict #WomensHealth #PartnershipsForHealth
Strengthening Maternal and Newborn Health Across Gasabo District
As part of the ongoing SRHR Project, implemented by RSOG in collaboration with @SOGCorg , with funding from @GAC_Corporate and led by L'AMIE, essential maternal and newborn health equipment was handed over to Kinyinya Health Centre, Jali Health Centre, Nduba Health Centre, and Rubungo Health Centre in Gasabo District.
The donated equipment will support healthcare providers in delivering quality maternal and newborn healthcare services, helping to strengthen service delivery and improve health outcomes for women, newborns, and families within the project catchment area.
This initiative reflects our shared commitment to strengthening health systems, supporting frontline healthcare workers, and ensuring that women and newborns have access to safe, timely, and quality care close to their communities.
We extend our appreciation to our partners and the health facilities for their continued collaboration in advancing maternal and reproductive health in Rwanda.
Together, we are investing in stronger health facilities, healthier communities, and better outcomes for women and newborns.
#SRHRProject #RSOG #SOGC #GlobalAffairsCanada #LAMIE #MaternalHealth #NewbornHealth #HealthSystemsStrengthening #GasaboDistrict #WomensHealth #StrengtheningHealthcare
À l’approche des élections au Québec, la @DreDFrancoeur, DG de la SOGC, s’exprime sur Radio-Canada et interpelle la classe politique sur les lacunes dans la couverture des soins périnataux et les longs délais d’attente en gynécologie.
À écouter : ici.radio-canada.ca/ohdio/pr…
SOGC member Dr. Michelle Jacobson speaks to Chatelaine about menopause, hormone therapy and anxiety, explaining why mood improvements can vary and why care must reflect each woman’s needs.
MORE: chatelaine.com/health/did-me…
En cette Journée internationale de l’avortement sécuritaire, la SOGC demande aux gouvernements provinciaux et territoriaux de protéger et d’améliorer l’accès aux soins de santé sexuelle et reproductive partout au pays.
Notre déclaration complète : sogc.org/fr/content/featured…
On this International Safe Abortion Day, the SOGC is calling on provincial and territorial governments in Canada to protect and expand access to sexual and reproductive health care across the country.
Our full statement: sogc.org/en/content/featured…
