Bill C-36:
https://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/rp-pr/other-autre/c36faq/
Some agencies and providers are not familiar with Canadian law. "Oh, this isn't illegal, we've been doing this for years," they claim. "Oh, if you don't upload your ID, if you book with a provider that doesn't require this, you'll receive less favorable service," they insist. Whether they're feigning ignorance or not, it's concerning that they aren't informing clients about important laws that could potentially impact their lives in significant ways.
Municipal Regulation of Prostitution is legal in some places but this is in conflict with federal laws.
In Canada, it's legal to sell sex, but illegal to buy sex. It's legal to advertise sex services for oneself, but illegal to do so on behalf of someone else. This offense includes advertising others' sexual services in print media, on websites, or venues offering such services. This means agencies are technically violating the law, although enforcement by police is rare - if law enforcement decides to target you - they can and they will. For example in 2019, Police in London ON targeted and arrested 25 men as a means to reduce sex trafficking in the city.
If you are caught paying for sex as an client for an adult provider, a first-time offense can lead to up to 5 years in prison, along with fines. Even paying an adult for a sexual service on a webcam is against the law. Additionally, possessing something as innocuous as a roll of duct tape could potentially lead to a life sentence - if the provider accuses you of coercion in any way. Provinces in Canada cannot enact laws that directly counter federal legislation like Bill C-36, as criminal law is under federal jurisdiction. However, provinces and municipalities can influence the implementation and enforcement of these laws. They can only enact bylaws related to business licensing, public health, and safety that affect how sex work is managed locally.
In Canada, the laws are entirely focused on protecting women with little regard for men. However, in everyday reality, it's more likely that men will be the victims of robbery or fraud compared to women being victims of abuse or violence. Consider the Warning Issued By Surrey Police recently. Men get scammed regularly, but because these scams often involve illegal activities, they frequently go unreported. This makes forums like this crucial for sharing information and preventing fraud. In summary, Canada has strict laws regarding prostitution, so it’s essential to be cautious and consider these regulations before sharing digital copies of your identification or workplace details to any provider or agency.
This thread lists advocacy groups attempting to reform Canadian law : https://menz.life/forum/showthread.php?tid=11
https://www.justice.gc.ca/eng/rp-pr/other-autre/c36faq/
Some agencies and providers are not familiar with Canadian law. "Oh, this isn't illegal, we've been doing this for years," they claim. "Oh, if you don't upload your ID, if you book with a provider that doesn't require this, you'll receive less favorable service," they insist. Whether they're feigning ignorance or not, it's concerning that they aren't informing clients about important laws that could potentially impact their lives in significant ways.
Municipal Regulation of Prostitution is legal in some places but this is in conflict with federal laws.
In Canada, it's legal to sell sex, but illegal to buy sex. It's legal to advertise sex services for oneself, but illegal to do so on behalf of someone else. This offense includes advertising others' sexual services in print media, on websites, or venues offering such services. This means agencies are technically violating the law, although enforcement by police is rare - if law enforcement decides to target you - they can and they will. For example in 2019, Police in London ON targeted and arrested 25 men as a means to reduce sex trafficking in the city.
If you are caught paying for sex as an client for an adult provider, a first-time offense can lead to up to 5 years in prison, along with fines. Even paying an adult for a sexual service on a webcam is against the law. Additionally, possessing something as innocuous as a roll of duct tape could potentially lead to a life sentence - if the provider accuses you of coercion in any way. Provinces in Canada cannot enact laws that directly counter federal legislation like Bill C-36, as criminal law is under federal jurisdiction. However, provinces and municipalities can influence the implementation and enforcement of these laws. They can only enact bylaws related to business licensing, public health, and safety that affect how sex work is managed locally.
In Canada, the laws are entirely focused on protecting women with little regard for men. However, in everyday reality, it's more likely that men will be the victims of robbery or fraud compared to women being victims of abuse or violence. Consider the Warning Issued By Surrey Police recently. Men get scammed regularly, but because these scams often involve illegal activities, they frequently go unreported. This makes forums like this crucial for sharing information and preventing fraud. In summary, Canada has strict laws regarding prostitution, so it’s essential to be cautious and consider these regulations before sharing digital copies of your identification or workplace details to any provider or agency.
This thread lists advocacy groups attempting to reform Canadian law : https://menz.life/forum/showthread.php?tid=11
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