A statement against anti-trans hate
The social climate regarding transgender and non-binary youth and adults has recently seen a negative shift. A move towards hate, to sharing misinformation and lies about gender-affirming care is growing across Canada. Access to timely health care, especially in the case of trans and non-binary youth, is being questioned and denounced by anti-trans individuals and groups.
At Sherbourne Health, we provide care and community programs for Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer and trans and non-binary people, as well as people experiencing homelessness and newcomers to Canada. Many of our clients are racialized, experiencing poverty and mental health challenges – all of which can be exacerbated by transphobia and homophobia, and make them greater targets for hate. We have seen firsthand the value of timely, affirming care for trans and non-binary individuals. We also rely on evidence-based data, which repeatedly confirms that informed, affirming care for trans and non-binary people makes a measurable difference to their health, wellbeing, and ability to survive and thrive.
Read the full statement on the Sherbourne Health website
Forgotten lives: The experiences of trans and nonbinary older adults with dementia
A research project out of the University of Ottawa looked at the experiences of trans and non-binary older adults with dementia and their support networks. Check out a webinar produced with their findings.
Research Projects
As part of our mandate to improve 2SLGBTQ health outcomes, RHO encourages 2SLGBTQ research: we partner with other organizations and research experts, share knowledge, sit on advisory committees and support research networks.
The 2SLGBTQ health research listings below were shared with us by researchers and reviewed according to our internal policies before being published on this website. Details, methodology and contact information are included in each listing.
You can also visit or sign up for our Health Researcher Directory that lists researchers working in 2SLGBTQ health so you can learn more about their research and connect.
- Building an inclusive, resiliency-based framework to support people with polycystic ovary syndrome across the lifespan
- Development and validation of sexual quality of life questionnaire for men who have sex with men with prostate cancer
- Examining the experiences of transgender and non-binary nurses in the workplace
- Supporting men/Two-Spirit folks along their journey to becoming fathers: a community-led and father-driven approach
Help RHO raise funds for SOY!
The RHO team is getting ready to hit the lanes! We are fundraising for Supporting Our Youth, a program of Sherbourne Health centred on supporting the health and well-being goals established by 2SLGBTQ youth and young adults, many of whom are homeless, racialized and newcomers to Canada. If you’d like to make a pledge, check out our JustGiving page below and select “Donate to a Team Member,” and choose any one of our mighty team to pledge! All funds raised go to SOY.