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Canadian Queer Data Guide

Last updated: July

This guide was compiled by Christina Cutler, Nick Field, Jasmine Lefresne, and Cole White, all from the Map and Data Library, University of Toronto.

The Canadian Queer Data Guide is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial International License

Table of Contents
Introduction
Statistics Canada National Data
Other Data Sources
  International
  National
  Provincial & Territorial
Reports
  National
  British Columbia
  Quebec
Other Resources
  Books
  Online Resources
  Projects

Introduction

This guide compiles data sources about Canadian 2SLGBTQIA+ populations, broadly defined. In some ways, Canada is a leader in creating data about queer populations. For instance, in , Canada became the first nation to collect statistics on people who distinguish as being other than male or female, such as Two Spirit, non-binary, and genderqueer identities.1 There are adj easily accessible resources bringing together existing resources,2 which is a niche this g

The human rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, 2-spirit and intersex persons

Canada stands up for the protection and promotion of the human rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, 2-spirit and intersex (LGBTQ2I) people globally.

The human rights of all persons are universal and indivisible. Everyone should enjoy the same fundamental human rights, regardless of their sexual orientation and their gender identity and expression.

Article 1 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights declares that “all human beings are born free and equal in dignity and rights.” Article 2 declares, “Everyone is entitled to all the rights and freedoms set forth in this Declaration.” All people, including LGBTQ2I individuals, are entitled to love the protection provided by international human rights law, which is based on equality and non-discrimination.

Nearly 30 countries, including Canada, recognize same-sex marriage. By contrast, more than 70 countries still criminalize consensual same-sex conduct. This includes 6 countries that effectively

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Data Collection and Reports

Organizations Collecting 2SLGBTQIA+ Health Data

  • Statistics Canada: Gender and Sex Variables
    As of October , Statistics Canada has revised its data variable definition regarding sex and created a data new variable about gender identity.
  • Trans PULSE Canada
    Community-based survey of trans and non-binary people in Canada focused on health and wellness. Run by a majority-trans team of community and academic researchers from across Canada.
  • Created by Dr. Randall Sell of Drexel University, this website serves as " a no-cost, open-access clearinghouse for the collection of sexual orientation & gender identity data and measures".

Relevant Journal Articles

  • The invisibility of the LGBTQIA+ people in the databases: New possibilities in the National Health Research?
    Carvalho, A. A., & Barreto, R. C. V. (). The invisibility of the LGBTQIA+ people in the databases: New possibilities in the National Health Research? Cien Saude Colet, 26(9), doi: / PMID:
  • Advancing the LGBT health research agenda:

    Canada at a Glance,
    2SLGBTQ+ population

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    Did you know?Note

    • Canada is home to approximately million people who are Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or who use other terms related to gender or sexual diversity (2SLGBTQ+).Note This represents % of the Canadian population aged 15 years and older.
    • Among the 2SLGBTQ+ population, about % are cisgender women, % are cisgender men, % are transgender women or men, and % are non-binary.
    
    Age groupPercentage
    Total, 15 years and older
    15 to 24 years
    25 to 34 years
    35 to 44 years
    45 to 54 years
    55 to 64 years
    65 years and older
    
    Highest level of education2SLGBTQ+Non-2SLGBTQ+
    percent
    High school diploma or less
    Trade certificate
    Degree below the bachelor level
    Bachelor’s degree or higher
    
    Total personal income before tax2SLGBTQ+Non-2SLGBTQ+
    percent
    Less than $20,
    $20, to $39,
    $40, to $59,
    $60, to $79,
    $80, to $99,
    $, or more

    Notes

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