Birth Control
There are many different types of birth control methods available today.  This website is designed to provide general information to help you make a decision about which method(s) of contraception might work best for you.  It is important to know all the facts about birth control so you can make an informed choice that suits your needs.  The choice you make may depend on your comfort level, your values, and on the suitability, affordability and effectiveness of the method.  You may also want to discuss your options with your doctor.  For further information on birth control please contact the Calgary Sexual Health Centre.

The following contraceptives listed are available in
Canada and are easily accessible.  

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Barrier Methods are:
Female Condom
Male Condom
Diaphragm & Cervical Cap
Sponge
Lea’s Contraceptive
Spermicides

 
Hormonal Methods are:
Depo-Provera   
The Birth Control Pill
Emergency Contraceptive Pill (the "morning after" pill)
The Patch (Ortho Evra)
The Ring (NuvaRing)


Surgical Methods are:
Tubal Ligation (Female Sterilization)
Vasectomy (Male Sterilization)  

 
Other Methods are:
                                                       IUD                                                           
Natural Family Planning
Abstinence
Withdrawal
Lactational Amenorrhea Method (LAM) 

We have free male condoms available. 

All of the counselling services the Calgary Sexual Health Centre are free and confidential.

Contact us at:
Phone: (403) 283-5580 Fax: (403) 270-3209
E-mail at generalmail@calgarysexualhealth.ca
We are located at
304, 301-14th. Street NW
Calgary, Alberta T2N 2A1
Canada

Hours of operation are:
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
New drop in hours starting September 28, 2009
Monday all day from 9am to 5pm
Tuesday and Wednesday from 9am to 1pm
Thursday and Friday from 12pm to 5pm