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Epp responds to the Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada’s false claims about Bill C-484 This report entitled entitled "The truth about Bill C-484: A compassionate and constitutionally valid remedy to current injustice in Canadian criminal law” responds in detail to misinformation spread by ARCC about Bill C-484. |
From the Parliamentary website. |
Key points on C-484 (one page summary) Some people are asking for a "quick read" about Bill C484. Here it is! |
This 3 page-document contains a summary of important facts about Unborn Victims of Crime legislation. |
This document contains answers to the most commonly asked questions / concerns / misunderstandings about Bill C-484. |
Statement to the Media regarding support for C-484 in Quebec - June 10, 2008 A number of supporters from Quebec, including the family members of one of the victims (Aysun Sesen) joined Ken Epp at a press conference on June 10. The results of an Angus Reid Strategies poll in Quebec were released, and Mr. Epp addressed the misinformation campaign that has been launched in Quebec against the bill. |
Response to the Quebec Federation of Medical Specialists (FMSQ) The Medical Specialists in Quebec have come out against Bill C-484. This is surprizing, since both doctors and C-484 try to protect the lives of the pre-born. Here is Ken's response to them and other medical groups... |
This is a response to misleading claims that C-484 will be used to "punish" and "police" pregnant women. It addresses issues raised by Lynn M. Paltrow, executive director of the US-based National Advocates for Pregnant Women, who claims that supposedly similar laws in the US have been used to target pregnant women who cause harm to their fetuses. A full analysis of these claims shows that they are not supported by the facts. |
Angus Reid Strategies Poll Report (Quebec) Online survey conducted by Angus Reid Strategies in Quebec in June 2008 shows that in spite of the massive misinformation campaign launched in the province, a majority of Quebecers with an opinion support C-484 (50% support; 35% oppose). In fact, 53% of women in Quebec support the bill! |
One of the stories that triggered my motivation to get involved and to try to change the law is the story of Olivia Talbot. She was only 19 years old and 7 months pregnant when she and her unborn child were slain. Her mother, Mary, a truly pro-choice woman, is an ardent supporter of C484. In fact, since the death of her daughter and anticipated grandchild, she has taken every possible opportunity to bring this issue to the attention of the public and legislators. Here is a part of her story.... |
Cases of Unborn Victims of Crime This is a summary of the cases that have been reported in the media. |
Response to MP Alexa McDonough Ken Epp responds to speech by Alexa McDonough during first hour of debate in the House of Commons at Second Reading, December 13, 2007. |
Response to MP Carolyn Bennett Carolyn Bennett, MP has it all wrong! |
Response to an interesting email (1) Here is another e-mail from a person opposed to C-484 for all the wrong reasons. Read this along with my complete response |
Response to an interesting email (2) I have had a great number of e-mails on Bill C-484. Most are supportive; a few are negative. Here is one that I think is against the Bill. I took the time to respond in detail. Here it is for your interest. |
C-484 Debate is gaining momentum (March 10, 2008) Commentary by Ken. |
Commentary on passage of bill at Second Reading (March 5, 2008) Commentary by Ken. |
AUL Case Research on US fetal homicide/unborn victims of violence laws |
Joyce Arthur misinformed about Unborn Victims of Crime Act (Dec. 6, 2007) Commentary by Ken. |
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