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LGBTQ2+

LGBTQ2+

Note: Terminology in this area is rapidly evolving; new terms are being introduced, and the definitions of existing terms are changing. The Government of Yukon has made every attempt to ensure the accuracy of the definitions provided on this page and acknowledges that these terms may be defined differently.

Sexual orientation is someone’s sexual and/or physical attraction to others.

Gender identity is someone’s internal sense of being male, female, both of these, or neither.

LGBTQ2+ stands for:

  • lesbian;
  • gay;
  • bisexual;
  • transgender;
  • two-spirit;
  • queer or questioning; and
  • the plus (+) ensures that other identities are included and nobody is left out. 

Ask Us

Yukoners can email a sexual health and relationship question anytime, or
phone Monday to Friday
from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
1-800-SEX-SENSE
1-800-739-7367

Questions will be answered by OPT BC's Sexual Health Educators.