Bill S‑228 
First introduced on June 14, 2022, Bill S-228, also known as An Act to amend the Criminal Code (sterilization procedures), is an initiative spearheaded by Senator and Member of Métis Nation Saskatchewan, Yvonne Boyer. It aims to amend the Criminal Code by adding a provision stipulating that imposed sterilization constitutes a criminal offence. 
 

Videoconference 
During the Indigenous lunch conferences organized by UQAT, Senator Yvonne Boyer gave a videoconference on February 18, 2026, to present Bill S-228. Click here to watch the videoconference. 

Survivors Circle for Reproductive Justice 

This is a non-profit organization dedicated to listening to, supporting, and valuing the experiences of Indigenous women who have been subjected to imposed sterilization. By placing the voices and priorities of these survivors at the heart of its actions, this organization aims to create spaces for healing while fostering collective initiatives to develop resources on health, wellness, and reproductive justice. Led by survivors, the organization assists and supports these women on their recovery journey, while advocating for a just and inclusive future. 

To learn more, visit its Facebook page or website. 

Legal services 

Legal services are available in several regions in Quebec. Individuals wishing to file a complaint or request access to their medical records can receive free support: 

• Centres d’assistance et d’accompagnement aux plaintes 

• Community Justice Centers 

Services available to individuals seeking personalized legal advice: 

• L’Aide juridique du Québec offers free legal services or services for a fee to financially eligible individuals who request them. 

• Justice Pro Bono offers free legal services to individuals who are faced with financial hardship. If eligible, these individuals are paired with volunteer lawyers. 

Additional information 

For information on the rights and recourse available to First Nations and the Inuit in Quebec regarding access to and quality of health services, click here. 

Main resources available for filing a complaint: 

• Commission des droits de la personne et des droits de la jeunesse 

• Collège des médecins du Québec 

• The Hope for Wellness Helpline, which can be accessed by phone at 1‑855‑242‑3310 or by chat.  

Do not hesitate to contact your health centre.