LGBT rights in Canada
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]
LGBT map of Canada
LGBT Canadian flag.
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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