LGBT rights in Canada

LGBT map of Canada

LGBT Canadian flag.

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) rights in Canada are some of the most advanced in the world. During the British North America era, same-sex relationships were illegal. They were punishable with capital punishment. Homosexual activity became legal in 1969. Same-sex marriage became legal in 2005.^[1]^[2]

Legal summary

Same-sex sexual activity legal	since 1969
Anti-discrimination laws in employment only
Anti-discrimination laws in the provision of goods and services
Anti-discrimination laws in all other areas (incl. indirect discrimination, hate speech)
Recognition of same-sex couples (e.g. registered partnership or civil union, etc)	since 2000
Step-child adoption by same-sex couples
Gays and lesbians allowed to serve openly in the military
Same-sex marriages	since 2005

References

↑ "Canada Legalizes Gay Marriage". FOX News. 20 July 2005. Retrieved 29 March 2016.
↑ "Gay Marriage Is Extended Nationwide in Canada". The Washington Post. 29 June 2005. Retrieved 29 March 2016.

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[1] "Canada Legalizes Gay Marriage". FOX News. 20 July 2005. Retrieved 29 March 2016.

[2] "Gay Marriage Is Extended Nationwide in Canada". The Washington Post. 29 June 2005. Retrieved 29 March 2016.

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