Dorothea Palmer
Dorothea Palmer (Ferguson) (1908 – 1992), a former employee of the Parents' Information Bureau, was arrested and charged under section 207(c) of the Criminal Code for advertising information on family planning and birth control by means of a pamphlet. Palmer was acquitted on March 17, 1937 when her actions were deemed to have been carried out in the interest of the public good or pro bono publico. Palmer is honoured for her role in advancing family planning in Canada.
Dorothea Palmer Ferguson | |
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| Born | Dorothea Palmer 1908 |
| Died | 1992 (aged 83–84) Ottawa, Ontario |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Known for | birth control activism |
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