Where to Get the Facts

It can be difficult to know where to look to get accurate and accessible sexual health information. This pamphlet highlights some of the awesome programs and resources being created by sexual health care providers and community groups across the country. If you’re looking for reliable supports, these are great places to check out online or in person!

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Resource Directory

National Organizations

Action Canada For Sexual Health and Rights

Website: www.actioncanadashr.org

An advocacy organization for sexual and reproductive health and rights in Canada and globally.

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CATIE

Website: www.catie.ca

A health information organization, bridging HIV and hepatitis C research and practice.

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MediaSmarts

Website: https://mediasmarts.ca/

A non-profit organization focused on developing skills and tools for digital and media literacy.

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myPostCare

Website: https://mypostcare.ca/

An online hub for post-abortion resources, from emotional well-being to contraception.

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Native Youth Sexual Health Network

Website: https://www.nativeyouthsexualhealth.com/

A grassroots organization by and for Indigenous youth that works across issues of sexual and reproductive health, rights and justice throughout the United States and Canada.

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Pauktuutit Inuit Women Of Canada

Website: https://pauktuutit.ca/

A national non-profit organization representing Inuit women in Canada.

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SOGC

Website: https://sogc.org/

The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada have a number of online sexual health guides.

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  • Sex & U, for sex and sexuality information on things like contraceptives and STIs:
  • HPVInfo.ca for medically approved information on the human papillomavirus  
  • Stay On Schedule is a tool for helping navigate when you have a missed or extended dose of contraception

TASCC

Website: https://tascc.ca/

Talking About Sexuality in Canadian Communities (TASCC) provides tools and strategies for parents, service providers and youth with disabilities.

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British Columbia Organizations

Options For Sexual Health

Website: www.optionsforsexualhealth.org/

A network of sexual health clinics offering health services, education, and information to folks in British Columbia and the Yukon.

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  • Sex Sense information service. Call 1-800-739-7367 throughout BC/YK or 604-731-7803 in the Lower Mainland.
  • Clinic Finder, for services in BC
  • Sexual Health FAQ

Island Sexual Heath

Website: www.islandsexualhealth.org

A sexual health clinic offering health services, education, and a retail store in Victoria, BC.

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Indigenous Youth Wellness

Website: www.indigenousyouthwellness.ca

An online support community for Indigenous youth, offering resources, workshops, and more. Their youth programs teach about identity, culture, the history of colonization, racism, healthy relationships, sexual health, sexuality, emotions, bodies, and what it means to be a warrior.

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Norwest Territories Organizations

Foxy/Smash

Website: arcticfoxy.com / arcticsmash.ca

An arts-based sexual health education & peer leadership organization in Northern Canada.

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Alberta Organizations

Centre For Sexuality

Website: centreforsexuality.ca

A community-based organization in Calgary, AB providing sexual and reproductive health services and supports.

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Saskatchewan Organizations

Saskatoon Sexual Health

Website: saskatoonsexualhealth.ca

A nonprofit organization providing sexual health and education services.

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Manitoba Organizations

Sexual Education Resource Centre

Website: serc.mb.ca

A community-based, pro-choice organization in Winnipeg and Brandon promoting sexual health through education.

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Women’s Health Clinic

Website: womenshealthclinic.org

A community clinic in Winnipeg providing reproductive and mental health services, education, and advocacy.

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  • SHIFT, their online Sexual Health Facilitator training 
  • Rainbow Alphabet video
  • For educators, search Ebuehlmann76 or #comprehensivesexed on Kahoot for quizzes providing accurate and comprehensive sexual health information

Ontario Organizations

Rainbow Health Ontario

Website: www.rainbowhealthontario.ca

A program offering training for health care providers across the province to improve care for 2SLGBTQ service users.

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Shore Centre

Website: shorecentre.ca

A sexual health clinic in Kitchener, ON promoting choice through education and pregnancy options support.

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Planned Parenthood Ottawa

Website: ppottawa.ca

A pro-choice organization supporting informed sexual & reproductive health via education, counselling, information, and referral services.

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Planned Parenthood Toronto

Website: ppt.on.ca

A community health centre serving youth ages 13-29, specializing in mental and sexual health.

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Quebec Organizations

Stella

Website: chezstella.org

A community organization in Montreal, QC supporting the health, safety, and dignity of sex workers.

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Nova Scotia Organizations

South Shore Sexual Health

Website: southshoresexualhealth.com

A sexual resource centre in Bridgewater, NS offering free/low cost supplies, guidance, and sex positive resources.

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Halifax Sexual Health Centre

Website: hshc.ca

A clinic providing sexual, reproductive, and gender-affirming health care.

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Sexual Health Nova Scotia

Website: shns.ca

A representative organization for the community-based sexual health centres in Nova Scotia.

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Newfoundland & Labrador Organizations

Planned Parenthood Newfoundland & Labrador Sexual Health Centre

Website: plannedparenthoodnlshc.com

A clinic promoting sexual health and 2SLGBTQ+ inclusion through education, community partnership, information, and services.

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Updated on 2024-08-22
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