Pregnancy Care Centre
15 Hove Street, Suite 100 M3H 4Y8 Toronto, ON, Canada

One of the joys of serving pregnant women and families is the opportunity to meet so many beautiful babies! Here is a handful of the little ones who blessed our lives in 2020. Aren't they sweet?

We envision a city where no woman faces an unexpected pregnancy alone, where every mother and father has access to care, support, and community and where parents and their unborn children are treasured by all. Let's keeping working toward this vision together this year! #pregnancy #pregnancycare #pregnancycarecentre #pregnancycarecenter #unexpectedpregnancy

Happy New Year to all our incredible supporters! Thank you for your help in making a difference in the lives of many mothers, children and families this year. We are thrilled to be on this journey with you!

As 2020 comes to a close, we want to give thanks to the Lord for giving us another year of increased opportunities to extend help and hope to individuals experiencing an unexpected pregnancy. We saw 1100 new clients this past year a higher number than we have served in any previous year! Many of you have been asking how COVID has affected our ability to serve, and how you can help. A financial gift of any amount can provide increased support for the greater number of clien...ts we anticipate serving in 2021. If you are planning your Year End gifts for 2020, would you prayerfully consider the Pregnancy Care Centre as we continue to serve families making life-altering pregnancy decisions in our city? Through your financial donations, women and families across Toronto are being affirmed that they and their children are valued and precious. Click here to donate: https://give.pccfriends.ca/give/316701/#!/donation/checkout Happy New Year from the PCC Team!

As we celebrate your generosity from this year's Virtual Fundraiser, we also look back to previous PCC Dinners and praise God for the ways he is working in our alumni's lives. At a prior PCC Dinner Jodie-Anne shared about her emotional struggles navigating her unexpected pregnancy and how she found support at the PCC at that critical time in her life. Her daughter Athena is now 10 years old and Jodie-Ann is a proud mom and moving forward with new initiatives in her life! This... is just a taste of how your support is leaving a legacy that will last for many generations. Jodie-Anne's original PCC Dinner interview is available to watch here: Part 1: https://youtu.be/HQSWt332IR0 Part 2: https://youtu.be/7DD74OTEIbM

One last birth to announce before the end of the year. Let's everyone give a warm welcome to baby Amari, newborn child to one of our PCC families. Happy New Year, little one!

We cannot thank you enough for being the best support community! Because of your generous giving, our Fall Event ‘It Starts With Love’ raised over $95,000 to continue supporting women and families who are making life-altering pregnancy decisions. During this difficult time your outpouring of love has been strong and greatly appreciated. Thank you for standing behind this ministry and showing mothers and fathers all over our city that they are not alone.... The LORD bless you and keep you; the LORD make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the LORD lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24-26

Look who's ready for church! PCC Baby Lexi, sporting her Sunday best here, wants to thank you for all the support you provided for her and her mom. God bless!

Another precious child joins the world! Isn't PCC Mom Jacquelin's son a cutie?

It's a girl! ... And a boy! Meet Karen and Kayla, a charming pair of twins and the newest members of one of our PCC Families. Welcome to the world, little ones

More and more women seeking abortions are finding the Pregnancy Care Centre as a source of hope. Over 800 women and families have been supported this year already. This is a direct result of your prayers and financial investment, so thank you! As a PCC partner, you know the importance of raising awareness and funds to support this life-affirming mission. The need to come together is great, especially at this time.... We invite you to join us on Saturday November 7th at 7:30pm online for "It Starts With Love" a fundraising event for the Pregnancy Care Centre! Register now by clicking this link: https://give.pccfriends.ca/event/it-starts-with-love/e301080

Would your Small Group be interested in learning how to offer a compassionate response to someone in an unexpected pregnancy? This 2 hour training over Zoom is ideal for groups of 8 - 15 people. Sign up by emailing Lesley, Alumni Program Coordinator at [email protected]

Many of our clients begin their journey at the PCC wondering if abortion is the right decision for them, then courageously choose to have their child instead. We try to follow up with our clients afterward to see how they feel about the decisions they made. According to a Regret & Wellbeing survey we conducted with 150 PCC clients in 2019, the vast majority reported positive feelings about their decision to have their child. This is very exciting news for us, and is affirmati...on of the difference that together we are making in the lives of other. The graphics here summarize responses to three questions we use to gauge our clients' feelings about their pregnancy decisions. Here is a more detailed breakdown of their responses. 1. I regret the choice that I made. Strongly agree: 0.7% Agree: 0.7% Neither agree nor disagree: 1.4% Disagree: 13.6% Strongly disagree: 84% 2. The decision was a wise one. Strongly agree: 69% Agree: 25.2% Neither agree nor disagree: 2.7% Disagree: 0.7% Strongly disagree: 2% 3. It was the right decision. Strongly agree: 90% Agree: 7.5% Neither agree nor disagree: 2% Disagree: 0% Strongly disagree: 0.7% We hope you are as encouraged as we are!

Amy was 44 years old when she started to feel like she might be pregnant. She was concerned that her age and low progesterone would make it difficult for her to carry her baby to term. Watch her full video on our blog to learn about the decision she made and the help she received from the Pregnancy Care Centre: iamnotalone.ca/stories... #OldAgePregnancy #PregnantOver40

Planning to join us on November 7th for 'It Starts With Love?' Why not invite some friends and family to join you! You can be a host for this event VIRTUALLY by gathering friends and family over Zoom (or another platform) and watch the livestream together. You can invite your small group, church members, coworkers, neighbours and extended family. Before and after the program take some time to socialize with your friends and make an evening out of it. ... As a host you have the option to receive orientation training and support from a PCC staff member, and the ability to have a staff member join you virtually for a Q & A segment on November 7th. If you're interested in being a host; please email us at: [email protected] To register for the free event, click this link: https://give.pccfriends.ca/event/it-starts-with-love/e301080

Baby Ella-rose was recently born to one of our PCC Families. Isn't she a cutie? Take a second to say "hi"!

We can't thank you enough for watching, supporting, donating and being part of a community that comes together for life! We are so encouraged to report to you that we have reached 80% of our fundraising goal! Thank you for your generousity and compassion. Thank you for helping to ensure families in our city are being taken care of so that they can thrive in an unexpected pregnancy.... Missed 'It Starts With Love?' View it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch To Donate: https://give.pccfriends.ca/give/301080/#!/donation/checkout

We're thrilled to partner with WDCX Radio and our Gold Sponsors: Boots Landscaping, Right at Home Realty Inc., Brokerage and TP Poultry as we work together to serve women and families facing unexpected pregnancies in the GTA. Tune in to The Breakfast Blend on WDCX on FM 99.5, AM 970 or http://www.wdcxradio.com/ tomorrow between 8-10am to hear an interview with our Executive Director, Linda as she shares about the work of the PCC and our upcoming Virtual Fundraiser!

As a new refugee to Canada, Abigail had a lot to think about when she found out she was pregnant. She wanted an abortion because the birth father wanted nothing to do with her and the baby. Having just arrived in Canada, now didn't feel like the right time to manage this pregnancy alone. Hope was dim. It was Abigail's doctor that referred her to the Pregnancy Care Centre. With so much uncertainty, she needed a listening ear. When she felt listened too, validated and affirme...d that she was not alone Abigail saw a glimmer of hope. Maybe, just maybe it could be possible to have her child. Abigail started to come out to prenatal classes run by our volunteer nurse, Nancy. She was consistent and never missed a session. We connected her to housing, and by the end of her pregnancy she broke the news to her parents- who lovingly embraced her. Her fear of the unknown, worries of what could happen and feelings of isolation could have caused Abigail to choose different path. But thanks be to God that today we celebrate baby Marsha and her precious life. "PCC has been the best friend, the best home I could ever ask for. A blessing sent from above. God Bless you!"-- PCC Mom Abigail Love to choose life Love to offer practical help and hope to those in distressing situations Love to embrace the fears together It starts with love and it starts with you! Join us as we gather virtually on Saturday November 7th at 7:30pm for 'It Starts With Love' a fundraising event for the PCC. With your help more families like Abigail and Marsha can know that they are loved and that abortion is not their only option. Click this link to register for this free, 1- hour event! https://give.pccfriends.ca/event/it-starts-with-love/e301080 Hope to see you there!

Will you help us extend the love of Christ to women and families in unexpected pregnancies? With your support we desire to see a GTA where no one feels like abortion is their only option. The Pregnancy Care Centre invites you to join us on Saturday November 7th at 7:30pm for a 1 hour VIRTUAL fundraising event "It Starts With Love." The livestream program will share inspiring client stories, updates on how your support is making a difference, and a line up of amazing guest spe...akers. We need your help today now more then ever! How can you participate? Donate Encourage your friends to watch the program Host a virtual watch party Schedule for a PCC representative to join your virtual watch party You can find information for all these options by clicking here: https://give.pccfriends.ca/event/it-starts-with-love/e301080 Thank you for all your support!

The Pregnancy Care Centre invites you to join us on Saturday November 7th at 7:30pm for a 1 hour VIRTUAL fundraising event "It Starts With Love." Visit our website for more information and to register: https://give.pccfriends.ca/event/it-starts-with-love/e301080

The PCC's Annual Fundraising Event will be taking place on Saturday, November 7th and you won't want to miss it! Guest Speaker, Lorna Dueck will be sharing about her journey as a 'crisis pregnancy child.' The retired CEO of Crossroads Christian Communications, YES Television and Context TV shares how her mother was challenged with an unexpected pregnancy and attempted many times to abort her. Hear how her story of hope has caused her to be passionate about the importance of... offering support to women and families experiencing an unexpected pregnancy. Register today for this free, virtual event by clicking here: https://give.pccfriends.ca/event/it-starts-with-love/e301080

Welcoming another new life into the world! This daughter was recently born to one of our PCC Families. Many thanks to your continued support on this little one's journey :)

Tune in to Neil Boron Live on WDCX Radio today after 2 pm to hear interviews with two of our courageous PCC Moms: BJ and Noori. Both moms were newcomers to Canada when they got pregnant, and both wondered how they could meet the responsibility of child rearing before feeling settled in the country. Learn about how each of these families found community and support with the PCC, what decisions they made and where they're at now. Listen on FM 99.5, AM 970 or http://www.wdcxradio.com/

Kanaka and Giri had a very hard decision to make, a decision that would change their lives forever. As immigrants to Canada, they were ready to start building their lives together. When they found out they were pregnant, overwhelming fear about their future began to erupt. Being new to Canada with no family around, and with Kanaka having no health insurance or work work, the couple felt that abortion was the route they needed to take.... After meeting with the PCC, Kanaka and Giri left with much to think about. It wasn't an easy decision for them, but two days later they walked into the PCC with a smile on their faces. They decided to parent! Kanaka shared her words of thanks: I am so grateful for the love and support that Giri and I received for our daughter! We both see how God has blessed us in choosing to parent. It all starts with love. Love to see each client as unique and worthy of love despite their present circumstances Love to offer life-transforming options to those in hard circumstances & Love to offer help to new parents so they can thrive in their God given role. It starts with love and it starts with you! Join us as we gather virtually on Saturday November 7th at 7:30pm for 'It Starts With Love' a fundraising event for the PCC. With your help more families like Kanaka and Giri can know that they are loved and that abortion does not need to be their only option. Click here to register for this free, 1- hour event: https://give.pccfriends.ca/event/it-starts-with-love/e301080 Hope to see you there

Have you been thinking of getting involved with this year's fundraising event 'It Starts With Love' but unsure of how to do so safely? In an effort to keep our community of supporters safe during these unprecedented times, we have a few ideas to share with you as you support the PCC. Option 1: Host a Virtual PCC Watch Party... You can be a host for this event virtually by gathering friends and family over Zoom (or another platform) and watch the livestream together. You can invite your small group, church members, coworkers, neighbours and extended family. Option 2: Host a Gathering with your Social Bubble As a PCC Watch Party host you can invite people within your social bubble to your home. Together you can watch the PCC Fundraising Event 'It Starts With Love' in a safe and socially-distanced environment. You can have a social night and make the PCC your cause. * As a host you will receive orientation training and support from a PCC staff member, and the ability to have a staff member join you virtually for a Q & A segment on November 7th. Option 3: Watch at Home with your Immediate Family If you prefer to stay in this year and make this a solo event with your spouse or family, you can join us on the evening of Saturday November 7th at 7:30pm and tune into the livestream program- just like you would with an online church service! Option 4: Donate Not a fan of virtual gatherings? That's okay we understand. Would you still consider helping us reach our fundraising goal of $100,000? In place of the Annual Dinner we are hosting this virtual event to still gather our support community together to provide you with an opportunity to give so that more women can find hope and help through an unexpected pregnancy. To register or donate, click here: https://give.pccfriends.ca/event/it-starts-with-love/e301080 Thank you for your support!

"Hi, I'm Ace! Thank you for helping my mommy and I during her pregnancy. I'm new to this world and I can't wait to explore. But first *yawn* I think it's nap time...."

Together with you, our support community, we have served over 10,000 women with compassionate care and celebrated the births of thousands of babies in Toronto over the last 35+ years. The mission continues today and we are thrilled to have you join us. Let us know if you have questions about how you can get involved! #LifeIsPrecious

Giri and Kanaka were new to Canada, and with Kanaka not having work, and neither of their families around, both felt that abortion was the route they needed to take when they found out they were pregnant. After finding people at the PCC who would listen to their fears, explain to them the resources that were available and just show them love, Giri and Kanaka felt confident that they could in fact parent. We praise God for this family, and their beautiful story of new life. ... "I am so grateful for the love and support that Giri and I received for our daughter! We both see how God has blessed us in choosing to parent."- Kanaka, PCC Mom We want to continue to support more families making pregnancy decisions like Kanaka and Giri, and you can help! Join us on Saturday November 7th at 7:30pm online for our VIRTUAL Fundraising Event 'It Starts With Love.' You'll enjoy a 1 hour presentation of impact reports, client testimonies and you'll get to hear from some amazing guest speakers. We hope you can join us. To register for this free event click this link: https://give.pccfriends.ca/event/it-starts-with-love/e301080

One of our goals at the PCC is to help our families get plugged into communities where they can receive the ongoing support they need to thrive. Our church partners are an important part of this. Would your church or small group be interested in partnering with the PCC to be a community for those looking for one? Let us know!

We invite you to join us on Saturday November 7th at 7:30pm online for "It Starts With Love" a fundraising event for the Pregnancy Care Centre. The demand for abortion continues to increase in Toronto as women and families are feeling even more afraid when faced with an unplanned pregnancy. But there is good news! More and more women seeking abortions are finding the Pregnancy Care Centre as a source of hope.... Over 800 women and families have been supported this year already. This is a direct result of your prayers and financial investment, so thank you! As a PCC Partner, you know the importance of raising awareness and funds to support this life-affirming mission. The need to come together is great, especially at this time. Will you join us on November 7th? Register now by clicking here: https://give.pccfriends.ca/event/it-starts-with-love/e301080

Wilma was homeless and alone when she found out that she was pregnant. She was devastated and didn't know what to do. Not long after, Wilma met a member of the Pregnancy Care Centre team who connected her with the PCC's resources and community. Watch her full video on our blog to find out the difference that your support made in her life! Link: https://iamnotalone.ca/pregnant-homeless-and-feeling-alone/

Here are some touching words from one of our alumni. We reflect on these and are thankful for the opportunities we have to partner with you, our support community, in bringing hope and help to those in need.

You are invited to PCC's Annual VIRTUAL Fundraising Event 'It Starts With Love' on Saturday November 7th 2020 at 7:30pm We need your help now more than ever before! Would you plan to watch our livestream program 'It Starts With Love" on the night of November 7th?... As a PCC partner, you know how important it is to raise awareness and funds to support this life-affirming mission. The need to come together is great, especially at this time. We’ve always asked you who share in our mission to invite your friends and family to our annual dinner. This year may look a bit different, but we are asking you to consider hosting a 'PCC Watch Party' at your home or virtually with your social bubble. You can invite friends and family to join in with you. We’ll have an engaging livestream program for you to hear inspiring client stories, updates on how your support is making a difference and some amazing guest speakers who you won’t want to miss. We couldn’t serve without you, so please plan to participate in a new way this year. Lots more information to follow- stay tuned!

Many women and families facing unexpected pregnancies are afraid of being judged for their situation, but find at the Pregnancy Care Centre a compassionate, non-judgemental space for them to be heard and cared about. And we're still learning how to do this better. Ask yourself today, how can your church or community grow in being a safe place for people to bring their struggles and experience care? We're on this journey with you! #RethinkUnexpectedPregnancy