In this first episode, Edmonton-based lawyer Marie Gordon provides some background on the story of Henry Morgentaler, a physician who successfully challenged the validity of Canada’s criminal restrictions on abortion. Marie also talks about her own work with Dr Morgentaler, and offers reflections on the psychology that fuelled his fight for abortion rights in Canada.

Series Credits: This series was hosted by Tina Tai, and produced by Tina Tai, Hassan Ahmed, and Zachary Fischer in collaboration with the Centre for Constitutional Studies (University of Alberta). Sound editing and music by Mike Contos.