Consent is needed when one person wants to do something to another person or with another person. Previous Item Next Item Information Sheet: Communicating Consent (for Autistic Youth) HC, SIECCAN November 2023 Language: English Resource Type: Information Sheet Consent is needed when one person wants to do something to another person or with another person. It is about asking someone for permission to do something to them or with them and the other person choosing to give you their permission or not. Consent is important for every part of your life, but it is especially important for sexual activity. This information sheet is about asking for consent and giving consent.

La dysfonction sexuelle et la douleur génito-pelvienne sont des affections pénibles qui touchent de nombreuses femmes et personnes de genre divers, lesquelles signalent souvent des retards dans l’obtention d’un diagnostic et d’un traitement efficace. Santé sexuelle et douleurs génito-pelviennes Centre de mobilisation des connaissances Ressources pour les femmes et les personnes de genre divers confrontées à la dysfonction sexuelle et à la douleur génito-pelvienne, ainsi que des outils pratiques et du matériel éducatif pour les professionnels de la santé. Voir cette page en anglais Filtrer par sujets Affections Cutanées Vulvaires Antidépresseurs Difficultés Orgasmiques Difficultés d’Excitation Sexuelle Douleur Génito-Pelvienne Douleur Pelvienne Douleur Sexuelle Douleur Vulvaire Dysfonction Sexuelle Endométriose Engourdissement Génital Faible Désir Sexuel Focalisation Sensate Modèle Biopsychosocial PSSD Pharmacologique Traitement Postpartum Psychoeducation Rapports Sexuels Douloureux Référer SIAD Sensibilisation Centrale Thérapie Basée sur la Pleine Conscience Thérapie Cognitivo-Comportementale (TCC) Trouble De l’Intérêt/excitation Sexuelle Trouble de l’excitation génitale persistante Vulvodynie Évaluation Filtrer par public Patients Professionnels de la Santé Filtrer par type de ressource Feuille d’Information Outil de Dépistage Pour en savoir plus sur le dysfonctionnement sexuel et la douleur génito-pelvienne, visitez shapehub.ca Indice de Santé du Plancher Pelvien (PFHI) Un Outil pour les Patients Comprendre le rôle de la sensibilisation centrale dans la douleur sexuelle liée à l’endométriose Informations Clés pour les Professionnels de la Santé Sexe, Douleur, & Endométriose Informations Clés pour les Patients Autres approches pour la dysfonction sexuelle chez les femmes et les personnes de genres divers Informations Clés pour les Professionnels de la Santé Comment évaluer les difficultés sexuelles Informations Clés pour les Professionnels de la Santé Thérapie cognitivo-comportementale pour les difficultés sexuelles Informations Clés pour les Professionnels de la Santé La pleine conscience peut-elle aider à résoudre les difficultés sexuelles? Informations Clés pour les Professionnels de la Santé Sensate Focus peut-il aider à résoudre les difficultés sexuelles ? Informations Clés pour les Professionnels de la Santé Quand orienter votre patient présentant des difficultés sexuelles vers un spécialiste en santé sexuelle Informations Clés pour les Professionnels de la Santé Vestibulodynie provoquée (PVD) Informations Clés pour les Patients Douleur vulvaire Informations Clés pour les Patients Lichen scléreux vulvaire Informations Clés pour les Patients Le Questionnaire d’évaluation de la douleur vulvaire (VPAQ) Informations Clés pour les Professionnels de la Santé Rapports sexuels douloureux après la grossesse Informations Clés pour les Patients Trouble d’excitation génitale persistante Informations Clés pour les Professionnels de la Santé Traitements pharmacologiques : prise en charge du trouble de l’intérêt/excitation sexuelle (SIAD) Informations Clés pour les Professionnels de la Santé Dysfonction Sexuelle Post-ISRS/IRSN Informations Clés pour les Patients Ressources La dysfonction sexuelle et la douleur génito-pelvienne sont des affections pénibles qui touchent de nombreuses femmes et personnes de genre divers, lesquelles signalent souvent des retards dans l’obtention d’un diagnostic et d’un traitement efficace. Le Hub de mobilisation des connaissances sur la santé sexuelle et la douleur génito-pelvienne (SHAPE) est un hub pancanadien axé sur la réduction des obstacles à l’information et au traitement fondés sur des données probantes pour la dysfonction sexuelle et la douleur génito-pelvienne. En partenariat avec le SIECCAN et grâce au financement des Instituts de recherche en santé du Canada, le SHAPE Hub développe des ressources complètes pour les femmes, les personnes de genre divers et les professionnels de la santé. 1 personne sur 3 assignée au sexe féminin à la naissance signale des symptômes chroniques de dysfonctionnement sexuel (tels qu'un faible désir sexuel, une absence d'excitation sexuelle, des difficultés à atteindre l'orgasme et une perte de plaisir). 1 personne sur 5 assignée au sexe féminin à la naissance signale des douleurs génitales ou pelviennes.

Ce feuillet d’information parle des façons d'utiliser les applications et les sites de rencontre pour avoir des fréquentations. Previous Item Next Item Feuillet d’information: Sites de rencontre en ligne HC, SIECCAN 2023 Language: French Resource Type: Fact Sheet Ce feuillet d’information parle des façons d'utiliser les applications et les sites de rencontre pour avoir des fréquentations. Il a 3 parties: Partie 1 : Utiliser une application ou un site de rencontre; Partie 2 : Aller à une date (un rendez-vous); Partie 3 : Choisir si tu veux ou non une autre date

Previous Item Next Item For Newcomer Youth: How to Protect Yourself from STI's PHAC, SIECCAN 2025 Language: English Resource Type: Fact Sheet This information sheet will give you information on four ways you can protect yourself from getting an STI or passing an STI to your partner (Using condoms, STI testing, Vaccines, and PrEP/PEP).

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SIECCAN works with educators, health professionals, community organizations, governments, and other partners to promote the sexual and reproductive health of Canadians. The Sex Information and Education Council of Canada (SIECCAN) is a registered not-for-profit charitable organization that was formed in 1964. SIECCAN works with educators, health professionals, community organizations, governments, and other partners to promote the sexual and reproductive health of all people living in Canada. A core objective of SIECCAN is to increase the capacity of educators and institutions that deliver education and healthcare to people in Canada to provide comprehensive sexual health education. Our Priorities Current key priorities for SIECCAN include the development, implementation, and evaluation of comprehensive sexual health education focused on: Marginalized youth including those with disabilities, diverse sexual orientations and gender identities, and ethno-cultural minority youth; The prevention of sexual and gender-based violence; Media literacy and technology; Prevention of sexually transmitted infections. The development of evidence-based sexual health education resource materials to support educators, health professionals, parents/caregivers and communities to provide accurate and effective high-quality sexual health education is a high priority for SIECCAN. CJHS Canadian Guidelines for Sexual Health Education for educators and policymakers Questions & Answers Our Work SIECCAN develops and disseminates comprehensive sexual health education resources for educators, health professionals, and the public; conducts research on sexual health; and publishes the Canadian Journal of Human Sexuality (CJHS). Who We Are We are an interdisciplinary team of sexual health educators, researchers, and resource developers specializing in policy consultation and the development of evidence-based sexual health education materials. Our Personnel Alex McKay, PhD (he/him) Executive Director Alex joined SIECCAN in 1989 as a Research Assistant. Since 2016, he has been Executive Director and Managing Editor of SIECCAN’s Canadian Journal of Human Sexuality. Jocelyn Wentland, PhD (she/her) Director of Operations Jocelyn joined SIECCAN in 2015 as a Research Associate. Jocelyn examined women's sexuality and definitions of casual sex relationships in her graduate research. Jocelyn oversees SIECCAN's various projects. Jessica Wood, PhD (she/her) Director of Research & Policy Development Jessica joined SIECCAN in 2018 as a Research Specialist. Jessica conducts research and develops sexual health education resources for educators and policy makers. Her research has focused on the sexual health of youth, women, LGBTQ+ people, and people in multi-partner relationships. Yi Wen Shao, MPH (she/her) Project Manager Yi Wen joined SIECCAN in 2022 as a Project Coordinator. Yi Wen completed her graduate studies in public health with a focus on social and behavioural health sciences (health promotion). She oversees SIECCAN's Enhancing Effective Sexual Health Promotion with Autistic and Disabled Youth project. Ada Madubueze, MSc (she/her) Project Manager Ada joined SIECCAN in 2022 as a Project Coordinator. She has a graduate degree in epidemiology with a research focus on perinatal, sexual, and reproductive health. She oversees SIECCAN's GBV Prevention within Sexual Health Education Project. Sophia Greene, MA (they/them) Project Manager Sophia joined SIECCAN in 2022 and works as the Sexual Health Education Coordinator. They are coordinating the Boys and Consent project and work across all other projects. Sophia is a certified Sexual Health Educator and their graduate research focused on embodied resistance to patriarchy and colonialism. Arlette Ibrahim, MPH (she/her) Project Manager Arlette joined SIECCAN in 2024 as a Project Coordinator. She completed graduate studies in public health with a focus in global health, particularly concerning menstrual hygiene management. Arlette is a part of the Newcomer Health and Autistic youth, Boys and Consent projects. Madison Giles, PhD (she/her) Project Manager Madison joined SIECCAN in 2024 as a Project Manager. Madison's research focuses on sexual health equity for groups who experience marginalization, including disabled, 2SLGBTQIA+, and Indigenous youth. Madison oversees SIECCAN’s Enhancing Effective Sexual Health Promotion with Autistic and Disabled Youth and Gender-Based Violence Prevention within Sexual Health Education projects. Alonso Gainza, (he/him) Knowledge Translation/Project Coordinator Alonso joined SIECCAN in 2024 working within Knowledge Translation for SIECCAN. He has a BA in Psychology from UBC and has previously worked in different areas of health research, including Sexual and Reproductive Health, Psychological Research, and Exercise Science. Alonso is supporting various SIECCAN projects, in addition to coordinating SIECCAN’s Knowledge Translation activities. Alisa Tukkimäki, MSW (she/her) Manager, Project Delivery Alisa joined SIECCAN in 2025 as the Manager, Project Delivery. Alisa is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with a Master's degree in International Community Development. She supports SIECCAN’s project teams with project planning, execution, and evaluation. Alisa’s work has focused on gender-based violence, most notably female genital mutilation and human trafficking. Board of Directors Stephen Holzapfel, MD CCFP FCFP Medical Director, Sexual Medicine Counselling Unit/Department of Family & Community Medicine/Women’s College Hospital Associate Professor, Department of Family & Community Medicine and Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto Chair Josephine Pui-Hing Wong, RN, PhD Professor, Daphne Cockwell School of Nursing, Faculty of Community Services, Toronto Metropolitan University Cross Appointment, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto Adjunct, Graduate Program in Environmental Studies, York University Toronto Metropolitan Center for Immigration and Settlement, Toronto, ON Treasurer Ann Barrett Sexual Health Educator (Retired), Toronto Public Health, Toronto, ON Director Lori A. Brotto, PhD, R Psych Professor, Faculty of Medicine | Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology
 Executive Director, Women’s Health Research Institute | Canada Research Chair in Women’s Sexual Health/The University of British Columbia | Diamond Health Care Centre, Vancouver, BC Director E. Sandra Byers, Ph.D., L. Psyc., FRSC Professor Emerita, Department of Psychology, University of New Brunswick Executive Director, Council of Canadian Departments of Psychology Director William A. Fisher, PhD, FCAHS Distinguished Professor Emeritus/Adjunct Research Professor, Department of Psychology
 Adjunct Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Western University, London, ON Director Yonah Krakowski, MD, FRCSC Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto
 Transition Related Surgical Program, Women’s College Hospital
Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, ON Director Rob McEwan EVP, Health National Lead, ChangeMakers, Toronto, ON Director Eugene Nam Patient Engagement Lead, HIV Medical Affairs, Gilead Sciences, Toronto, ON Director Uzma Rehman, Ph.D. Associate Professor, Psychology, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON Director Our Expertise Sexual health education/promotion Sexual health education/promotion content and resource development for professional, student, and public audiences Research design, implementation, and results dissemination Sexual health policy development Our Partnerships and Collaborations We are committed to building on existing partnerships and establishing new partnerships and collaborations based on shared objectives. Our Principles SIECCAN developed Core Principles of Comprehensive Sexual Health Education (page 22 of the Canadian Guidelines for Sexual Health Education ) that reflect our organizational values and inform our work. The Core Principles state that comprehensive sexual health education: Is accessible to all people inclusive of age, race, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, STI status, geographic location, socio-economic status, cultural or religious background, ability, or housing status. Read our Anti-Racism Statement Promotes gender equality and the prevention of sexual and gender-based violence. Promotes human rights including autonomous decision-making and respect for the rights of others.

Ressources du CIÉSCAN à l’appui d’une éducation complète en matière de santé sexuelle au Canada. MAINTENANT DISPONIBLE POINTS DE REPÈRE POUR UNE ÉDUCATION COMPLÈTE À LA SANTÉ SEXUELLE AU CANADA Éducation à la santé sexuelle Ressources du CIÉSCAN à l’appui d’éducation complète en matière de santé sexuelle au Canada Jetez un coup d’œil à notre Portail des pratiques prometteuses! Le Portail offre aux utilisateurs et utilisatrices des liens vers les documents de programmes scolaires de chacune des provinces et de chacun des territoires du Canada, de même qu’à du matériel d’enseignement sur un large éventail de sujets relevant de l’éducation à la santé sexuelle Visitez le Portail maintenant Deux nouvelles infographies disponibles! La voix des jeunes est souvent absente des discussions sur l’éducation à la santé sexuelle et sur l’élaboration de programmes en la matière. Le CIÉSCAN a interrogé 3 551 jeunes à travers le Canada sur leurs besoins et expériences en matière de santé sexuelle et d’éducation sur le sujet. Voici quelques conclusions clés de notre enquête en ligne auprès de jeunes de 16 à 24 ans. Besoins en matière d’éducation à la santé sexuelle chez les jeunes Les jeunes du Canada veulent une éducation à la santé sexuelle qui soit inclusive, équilibrée et complète. Besoins en matière d’éducation à la santé sexuelle chez les jeunes autistes Une meilleure éducation à la santé sexuelle est nécessaire pour les jeunes autistes. Affiche pour la Conférence du FCRS Voyez les données sur l’éducation à la santé sexuelle présentées lors de la Conférence 2023 du Forum canadien de recherche sur la sexualité. La production de cette ressource a été possible grâce à une contribution financière de l’Agence de la santé publique du Canada. Les points de vue qui y sont exprimés ne correspondent pas nécessairement à ceux de l’Agence de la santé publique du Canada. Contribution financière de Ressources VIEW THIS PAGE IN ENGLISH CIÉSCAN a produit plusieurs ressources importantes à l’intention des sexologues, des responsables politiques et d’autres professionnel-les de la santé publique grâce au financement de projets par le Fonds d’initiatives communautaires en matière de VIH et d’hépatite C de l’Agence de la santé publique du Canada, notamment les Lignes directrices canadiennes pour l’éducation en matière de santé sexuelle, Questions et réponses : l’éducation en matière de santé sexuelle à l’école et dans d’autres milieux, ainsi que d’autres ressources d’éducation à la santé sexuelle sur la COVID-19. CIÉSCAN travaille actuellement à l’élaboration de points de repère concernant l’éducation complète en matière de santé sexuelle pour les jeunes. Ces points de repère offriront aux responsables politiques, aux gestionnaires et aux éducateurs un outil cohérent fondé sur les données probantes pour l’élaboration, la mise en œuvre et l’évaluation de programmes d’éducation à la santé sexuelle satisfaisant aux besoins spécifiques des jeunes de divers groupes d’âge du Canada. Lignes directrices canadiennes pour l’éducation en matière de santé sexuelle Les Lignes directrices canadiennes pour l’éducation en matière de santé sexuelle guident les enseignant-es et les responsables des politiques dans la conception et l’évaluation d’une éducation complète à la santé sexuelle qui soit fondée sur les données probantes, au Canada. VOIR LES LIGNES DIRECTRICES Principes fondamentaux d’une éducation complète à la santé sexuelle Les principes fondamentaux suivants , élaborés par le CIÉSCAN, devraient être appliqués afin d’éclairer la planification et la prestation de l’éducation complète à la santé sexuelle au Canada. CONSULEZ LES PRINCIPES Questions et réponses : L’éducation en matière de santé sexuelle à l’école et dans d’autres milieux L’édition 2020 de la ressource Questions et réponses fournit des données approfondies et concluantes à l’appui de la prestation d’une éducation complète en matière de santé sexuelle à l’école et dans d’autres milieux au Canada. QUESTIONS ET RÉPONSES

GBV prevention topics in provincial/territorial curricula GBV prevention topics in provincial/territorial curricula Sexual relationship and consent Physical Education and Wellness Kindergarten to Grade 6 English, French https://curriculum.learnalberta.ca/curriculum/en Sexuality, gender roles and equity, various forms of GBV, safer sex practices, sexual assault Health and Life Skills Grade Grade 7 to 9 English https://open.alberta.ca/publications/0778513653 Alberta Positive/healthy relationships (including communication, abuse, exploitation, respect, peer pressure), consent, internet safety, bullying, safety. Physical and Health Education Kindergarten to Grade 10 English, French https://curriculum.gov.bc.ca/curriculum/physical-health-education British Columbia Sexual abuse and exploitation, physical and verbal violence, bullying, peer pressure, right to privacy, healthy relationships, safety, anger management, bullying, conflict resolution. Physical Education/Health Education Kindergarten to Grade 10 English, French https://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/cur/physhlth/curriculum.html Manitoba Personal safety, bullying, conflict resolution, relational aggression, interpersonal relationships, healthy relationships, antidiscrimination, media messages about bodies, sexuality, and relationships. Personal Wellness Grades 3 to 5 English, French https://curriculum.nbed.ca/learning-areas/elementary-block/personal-wellness/ Wellness, sexual decision making, sexuality issues, refusal skills, health relationships, violent behaviours and anger management. Personal Wellness Grades 6 to 8 English, French https://curriculum.nbed.ca/learning-areas/middle-block/personal-wellness/ New Brunswick Self-respect and respect for others, setting and communicating boundaries, decision-making skills, harassment, physical abuse, male/female stereotyping, peer pressure, confidentiality and privacy, physical, emotional and sexual abuse, healthy interpersonal relationships, dating behaviours and communication skills. Health Grade 1 to 9 English, French https://www.gov.nl.ca/education/k12/curriculum/guides/health/ https://www.gov.nl.ca/education/k12/french/immersion/sante/ Newfoundland & Labrador Healthy relationships, personal safety, body dynamics, self-image, decision making. Junior Kindergarten / Kindergarten Curriculum Kindergarten English, French https://www.ece.gov.nt.ca/en/services/jk-12-school-curriculum/junior-kindergartenkindergarten Personal safety, boundaries, assertive communication skills, sexual abuse and assault, sexual pressure, forms of violence, family violence, gender role stereotyping. Health Studies Grade 1 to 9 English, French https://www.ece.gov.nt.ca/en/services/jk-12-school-curriculum/health-studies https://nwtta.nt.ca/sites/default/files/health_k-9_continuum.pdf North West Territories Healthy and safe friendships, peer relationships, consent, respect, boundaries, safety, communication and interpersonal skills. Health Education Grades 1 to 6 English, French https://curriculum.novascotia.ca/english-programs/health-education https://curriculum.novascotia.ca/french-immersion/sante-health-education Healthy relationships, safe relationships, online and offline, sexual exploitation, sexual violence, respecting the rights of others, communication and interpersonal skills, assertiveness and refusal skills. Healthy Living Grades 7 to 9 English, French https://curriculum.novascotia.ca/english-programs/health-education https://curriculum.novascotia.ca/french-immersion/sante-health-education Nova Scotia Information not currently available on the website. School Health Kindergarten to Grade 9 English https://gov.nu.ca/education/curriculum/database?f%5B0%5D=field_subject%3A1070 Nunavut Healthy relationships, respect, consent, well-being and safety, bullying, abuse, exploitation, or harassment, non-consensual behaviours, violent situations, cyberbullying, use of communication and digital technology, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation, violence in intimate and sexual relationships, gender-based violence, racially-based violence, role of support services in preventing violence. Health and Physical Education Grades 1 to 8 English, French https://www.dcp.edu.gov.on.ca/en/curriculum/elementary-health-and-physical-education Use of electronic communication technology, gender identity and sexual orientation, sexual decision making, health sexuality, sexual health and safety, healthy social relationships, intimate relationships, harassment, violence and abuse in relationships verbal, physical, and social bullying, personal and interpersonal skills, communication, coping, and conflict resolution skills. Healthy Active Living Education Grade 9 to 12 English, French https://www.dcp.edu.gov.on.ca/en/curriculum/secondary-hpe Ontario Unsafe or abusive situations, conflict resolution strategy, respect for others, safety, passive, aggressive, and assertive behaviours, anger management, communication skills, abusive and healthy relationships, harassment, media violence, choice and coercion in decision-making, sexual assault, types of abuse, sexual orientation, available community support for abusive relationships. Health Curriculum Grades 1 to 9 English, French https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/education-and-early-years/health-curriculum Healthy relationships, decision making, communication, safety, sexual health issues and harmful behaviours. Physical Education Grade 10 English https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/sites/default/files/publications/eelc_ped401a.pdf Prince Edward Island Sexual assault or violence, stereotypical representations of femininity and masculinity, discrimination based on gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation, respecting sexual diversity and differences, healthy relationships and consent. Sexuality Education Elementary and Secondary English, French https://www.education.gouv.qc.ca/contenus-communs/etablissements-scolaires-publics-et-prives/education-a-la-sexualite Quebec Healthy relationships, safety and protection, cyber safety respect, types and impacts of violence, peer pressure, healthy decision, interpersonal skills, gender norms and expectations. Health Education Kindergarten to Grade 9 English, French https://curriculum.gov.sk.ca Saskatchewan This project has been funded by Women and Gender Equality Canada Personal space, sexual decision making, safe vs. unsafe touch, body image, sexual abuse and exploitation, gender stereotypes/bullying, healthy relationships, communication skills and assertive refusal, conflict resolution, peer pressure, affection and boundaries. (*Uses an adapted British Columbia curriculum. Please see British Columbia curriculum.) Comprehensive sexual health education Kindergarten to Grade 12 English, French https://yukon.ca/en/comprehensive-sexual-education https://yukon.ca/fr/sante-et-bien-etre/education-la-sexualite Yukon

Developed by SIECCAN, the following core principles should inform, and be respected, in the planning and teaching of sexual health education in Canada. Previous Item Next Item Core Principles of Comprehensive Sexual Health Education SIECCAN, PHAC 2019 Language: English Resource Type: List Developed by SIECCAN, the following core principles should inform, and be respected, in the planning and teaching of sexual health education in Canada.

This is the Spanish translation for SIECCAN's recently released fact sheet for Newcomer youth on how to protect oneself from STI's. Previous Item Next Item Spanish Translation: For Newcomer Youth How to Protect Yourself from STIs! PHAC, SIECCAN 2026 Language: Spanish Resource Type: Fact Sheet This is the Spanish translation for SIECCAN's recently released fact sheet for Newcomer youth on how to protect oneself from STI's.

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and the HPV Vaccine: Information for Health Educators Previous Item Next Item Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and the HPV Vaccine: Information for Health Educators Merck, SIECCAN 2018 Language: English Resource Type: Guide Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and the HPV Vaccine: Information for Health Educators. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and the HPV Vaccine: Information for Health Educators. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and the HPV Vaccine: Information for Health Educators. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and the HPV Vaccine: Information for Health Educators. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and the HPV Vaccine: Information for Health Educators.

Previous Item Next Item Benchmarks for CSHE in Canada: Grade 11-12 (Ages 16-17) Topic Chart PHAC, SIECCAN September 2024 Language: English Resource Type: Chart