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2SLGBTQ+ Families

Resources for U of T 2SLGBTQ+ community members and caregivers/parents can be found around the university, Toronto and beyond. There are also many groups and supports for children and young people. 

 
Resources within the University of Toronto 

  • The Sexual & Gender Diversity Office (SGDO) develops partnerships to build supportive learning and working communities at the University of Toronto by working towards equity and challenging discrimination. The SGDO offers programming and events and does training and policy-level work. 
  • Queer University of Toronto Employees (QUTE) is an employee resource group for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) staff and faculty who work at the University of Toronto. Run by a small team of volunteers, the organizing committee plans a variety of social and networking events. 
  • Various student groups and campus communities.  
  • The Family Care Office (FCO) hosts workshops throughout the year, including fertility and family planning workshops, family law workshops, and a workshop about supporting gender-diverse children. 
  • Did you know that U of T recently added gender affirmation coverage to insurance for both non-unionized employees and staff who are members of the United Steelworkers Union? Read the U of T News story. Coverage extends to anyone under your insurance.  
  • Check your health insurance for any coverage for fertility treatments, such as IVF.  
     

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