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Philosophy of Midwifery Care in Ontario
Philosophy on Midwifery Care in Ontario as posted on the Col...
If You Are Concerned About Your Child’s Gender Behaviors: A Guide for Parents
A 17-page pamphlet for parents who would like to know more a...
Policy Recommendations and Best Practices for Agencies Working Towards Trans Accessibility
This one-page paper provides brief policy recommendations an...
How to Run a Culturally Competent LGBT Smoking Treatment Group
This 20-page book distills lessons learned from over 20 LGBT...
Transition Tips for Parents
A list of tips for transitioning parents provided by COLAGE....
Professional Organizations on LGBT Parenting (US)
A list of (US) policy and position statements on LGBTQ paren...
Improving Breast/Chest Cancer Screening for Two-Spirit, Trans and Nonbinary People
The Ontario Breast Screening Program (OBSP) has released rec...
Resources: Improving the quality and access of sexual and reproductive healthcare for 2SLGBTQ people living in Canada
As part the RHO project Improving the Quality and Access of ...
Psychotherapy – Simplevolution Therapy Centre
I specialize in trauma, personality disorders, and coping skills for emotional distress, depression and anxiety. I have training in various psychotherapy models, with foundations in trauma-based practices. I believe in sharing both my insights and psycho-education with my clients to support a personal and informed connection in the therapeutic process. Visit our services page (https://www.simplevolution.com/ourservices)…
Our Publications
Rainbow Health Ontario develops and shares resources for 2SLGBTQ+ communities, service providers and others invested in 2SLGBTQ+ health. Access RHO-produced resources below, or browse our full Resource Library including third-party materials.
How do I change my name and/or sex marker on my Canadian Passport or SIN card?
Note: when updating information on your passport[1], you must submit a completely new passport application. Even if you have a valid passport, the renewal form is not sufficient. To update your name or sex designation on Canadian passport, you will need: 1. Your Canadian birth certificate or Canadian citizenship certificate with updated name and/or sex designation: if your…
Changing Your Name and/or Sex Marker on Government IDRessources & Publications SAO
SAO crée et distribue des ressources à l’intention des communautés 2SLGBTQ, des prestataires de services et d’autres personnes ayant un intérêt dans la santé 2SLGBTQ. Vous pouvez consulter une collection de ressources produites exclusivement par SAO ci-dessous ou faire des recherches dans notre vaste Collection de ressources qui compte des outils provenant de tierces parties.
Adoptive Families Association of BC – Resources and Books
The AFABC's books and resources page for prospective and ado...
Dr. Emily Bennett, ND
Shame-free, evidence-based complementary healthcare that meets you where you’re at and gets to the root of what’s going on. Offered both virtually and in-person in Peterborough, Ontario. Dr. Bennett (she/they) aims to create a space that is free from judgment, where your concerns are taken seriously, and you are treated like the unique and spectacular…
Dora Jackson RMT – Registered Massage Therapist
Hello, my name is Dora and I’m a Registered Massage Therapist in Toronto, Ontario (Roncesvalles/High Park area). I have been an RMT since 2002 and I love it. I run a home-based clinic that is self-contained, private and pet-free. I have a number of treatment options available, but I can adapt on the fly no…
Counselling Bruce County
No matter your age, life circumstance or diagnosis; we can assist you in connecting with a therapist who is a good “fit” for you! Some of our most requested services include: children’s counselling, couple’s counselling, CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy), anger management programming, teenage development, and work/life stress. Each of our therapists hold specific specialties that…
Gibson And Associates
Welcome and thank you for taking the time to explore our practice. We are a team of Social Workers and Psychotherapists bringing with us a lot of experience and hope for our work together. People seek counselling for a number of reasons; most often, in hope of gaining support through a new challenge, life transition,…
Queer and Autistic Therapy
I am a queer registered psychotherapist with a colorful hearing aid, who is passionate about helping people figure who they are and shout it from the rooftops, no matter their identity. My practice is centered upon self acceptance and understanding what you value, which is why Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is my home base, but…
Training
2SLGBTQ+ communities face specific health challenges and barriers to accessing care. RHO offers training for healthcare and social service providers to increase their clinical and cultural competency in caring for their 2SLGBTQ+ service users. With RHO’s new online learning platform, these trainings are easily accessible from anywhere across the province. Visit learn.rainbowhealthontario.ca today to register...
Clear the Air
In 2012, Rainbow Health Ontario partnered with Smoke Free Ontario, Smokers’ Helpline and CAMH to launch Clear the Air, a smoking cessation campaign to support 2SLGBTQ+ community members looking to change their smoking habits. Archived website: View on Wayback Machine Downloadable materials: Posters | Postcards Note: While the original campaign websites are no longer active, all...
LGBT2SQI2S Health and Wellness Design Jam in Vancouver Seeks to Bridge Gaps in Knowledge
Pour les détails, veuillez consulter la page anglais.
Rainbow Health Ontario and The 519 update co-created Media Reference Guide, now available online
An updated version of The 519 and Rainbow Health Ontario (RHO)’s Media Reference Guide: Discussing Trans and Gender Diverse People is now available on their websites. Created with journalists in mind to encourage respectful and accurate reporting on trans and gender-diverse communities, the guide is a useful primer for anyone who wants to better understand...
Registration is Open for the Fifth Biennial Rainbow Health Ontario Conference: Because LGBT2SQ Health Matters
Oct. 30, 2017 Register today on our What We Do page to join agents of change in LGBT2SQ health and wellness at the largest LGBT2SQ health conference in Canada. Early bird rates are in effect until Feb. 2, 2018. Rainbow Health Ontario invites you to join us for the fifth biennial RHO Conference from...
2SLGBTQ+ Health in Focus
2SLGBTQ+ Health in Focus On the 2SLGBTQ+ Health in Focus podcast, Rainbow Health Ontario speaks with experts and innovators in 2SLGBTQ+ health care to explore what’s working, what needs to change, and how to move forward. Listen Now Available on: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeart Radio, Pocket Casts Hosts Jodi Asphall Jodi Asphall (he/him) is a RHO Clinical Systems...