As other media outlets have noted, the growing presence of young people at the pro-life march is new trend that comes along with the rise of Generation Z (1997-2010).
This generation, also known as “iGen” or “Post-Millennials,” are often broadly described as “conservative” when compared to their older Millennial siblings. According to Pew Research, they are also the most racially diverse and well educated generation yet.
Other pro-life marches were also held across the country in solidarity with the Ottawa one, with events taking place in Toronto, Edmonton, and Victoria as well.
Abortion has been legal in Canada for 50 years, with former Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau decriminalizing and removing some restrictions on the practice in 1969. To date, there are zero laws governing abortion on the books.
By Lucas Holtvluwer
Published on The Post Millenial website