Dr. Morgentaler was honoured with the Order of Canada for his tireless efforts for nearly half a century, putting his life and freedom at risk so that Canadian women could have access to safe abortion services.
Le Dr Morgentaler avait reçu l'Ordre du Canada en reconnaissance de ses efforts soutenus, ayant lutté pendant près d'un demi-siècle, risquant sa vie et sa liberté pour que les Canadiennes aient accès à des services d'avortement sans risque.