Sexual Consent
Sexual Consent is the voluntary agreement of two people to engage in sexual activity. This is without abuse, exploitation of trust, power/authority, coercion or threats. Consent can be revoked at any moment if yo do not feel comfortible. Below are some Q&A’s that you may have. If you need assistace contact us at anytime. If you feel a crime has been committed and you need immediate help please contact 911.
Can someone else, such as a parent or friend, consent for me?
No. Only YOU can give your consent.
Is saying “no” the only way to show that I do not consent?
What if I agree to the sexual activity at first, and then I change my mind?
Once you show that you no longer agree to the sexual activity, there is no longer consent. Your consent must be ongoing.
What if I did not resist because I was too afraid?
Even if you did not resist because you were too afraid, the attacker cannot say that you consented.
Can my partner force me to into sexual activity without my consent?
No. The police can charge anyone who forces sexual activity on you with sexual assault.
What if I agreed to see someone that I met online?
Can a person say that I consented if I was drunk?
No. If you are drinking or high on drugs and unable to make a decision the law does not consider that you consented.
What is the age of consent to sexual activity?
The age of consent in Canada is 16 years.
What if the person thought that I consented?
If the person honestly and reasonably believed he or she had your consent to sexual activity, it may be a defence.