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LGBTQ2+ communities in Canada: A demographic snapshot

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Census in Brief
Same-sex couples in Canada in 2016 Census in Brief
Same-sex couples in Canada in 2016

Highlights

  • According to the 2016 Census, there were 72,880 same‑sex couples in Canada in 2016, representing 0.9% of all couples.
  • From 2006 to 2016, the number of same‑sex couples increased much more rapidly (+60.7%) than the number of opposite‑sex couples (+9.6%).
  • One‑third (33.4%) of all same‑sex couples in Canada in 2016 were married.
  • Although Ontario had the most same‑sex couples (26,585), Quebec had a higher number relative to its population. Among provinces, Quebec also had the lowest percentage of married same‑sex couples.
  • Half of all same‑sex couples in Canada were living in four of the country’s five largest census metropolitan areas: Toronto, Montréal, Vancouver, and Ottawa–Gatineau.
  • About one in eight same‑sex couples (12.0%) had children living with them in 2016, compared with about half of opposite‑sex couples.

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2SLGBTQI+ travel guide

Explore a diverse array of inclusive tourism experiences, attractions, accommodations, events and communities that warmly welcome Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex and all who identify in sexual and gender diverse communities (2SLGBTQI+) in Ontario.

Welcoming destinations

Ontario is a place of diversity and welcomes 2SLGBTQI+ visitors to experience it all.

Visit Toronto’s trendy city strips and Ottawa’s national treasures, soak in scenic vineyard views in Niagara-on-the-Lake and Prince Edward County and witness expansive wilderness in Algonquin Provincial Park.

Countless wineries, breweries, cideries, distilleries, taste trails and local treats like butter tarts, chocolate and cheese creations are sure to tempt foodies and liquorists. There’s also a growing list of MICHELIN-starred restaurants. And, of course, maple-infused everything—from beer to bacon to doughnuts.

Discover the top 2SLGBTQI+ places in Ontario.

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Canada

Experiencing Canadian Food

Canada is a melting pot of cultures and this is reflected in its food. Canadian cuisine is a fusion from around the world, from Aboriginal to English and French to Asia and other cultures.  

Poutine (a combination of fries, cheese curds and gravy) is often the first thing people think of when they think of Canadian food. From Quebec, there is also Montreal-style smoked meat (cured beef brisket) and Montreal-style bagels (wood-fired and thinner, sweeter and denser than other bagels).  

Canada is also popular for its game meat (such as venison, caribou and moose), peameal bacon (back bacon cured and rolled in cornmeal), maple syrup and ice wine. Also on the must-have list: the Caesars, an alcoholic drink that contains vodka, a tomato and clam juice mix, hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce; butter tarts (sweet dessert tart); and Nanaimo bars (three-layered chocolate dessert).   
 

Safety Consideration for LGBTQ+ Visitors to Canada

Travel to Canada is extremely safe for LGBTQ+ visitors, especially in the larger cities wh