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SIECCAN develops evidence-based sexual health education resources to promote sexual health and rights in Canada www.sieccan.org

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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
NOUVEAU PROJET, NOUVELLES RESSOURCES Le CIÉSCAN diffuse les nouvelles conclusions et de nouvelles ressources pour aider les enseignant·e·s de l’Ontario à répondre à la violence sexuelle facilitée par la technologie (VSFT) chez les jeunes!
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
NEW PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENT SIECCAN is sharing NEW findings and resources to help Ontario educators address technology facilitated sexual violence among youth!
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Are you a parent/caregiver who has received confusing messages about sexual health education? 📣 SIECCAN’s new information sheet for parents/caregivers helps to clarify what comprehensive sexual health education is all about. We also debunk common myths about sexual health education!
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
NEW! SIECCAN has just released a toolkit of resources to support educators in addressing sexual health education misinformation with parents/caregivers! www.sieccan.org/misinformation
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Misinformation | SIECCAN
Downloadable resources to support educators in addressing sexual health education misinformation with parents and caregivers, including a guide and information sheets.
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
NEW UPCOMING SIECCAN RESOURCES! Are you an educator who has come across concerns like these and weren’t sure how to respond?
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
NEW SIECCAN Resource: Addressing Sexual Orientation! SIECCAN has released a new toolkit to support educators in addressing sexual orientation within sexual health education, aligned with the Benchmarks for Comprehensive Sexual Health Education.
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
#MythBustingMondays is here for February! Myth: Newcomer youth already receive all the sexual health information they need Fact: Many newcomer youth report major gaps in access to clear, evidence-based sexual health information
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Effective consent education is critical for youth. It helps foster a culture where youth value safety, choice, and well-being. But what makes consent education effective?
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
NEW CONSENT RESOURCES! SIECCAN’s latest digital resources are out! Picture yourself in the following scenarios…
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
This January, SIECCAN has been debunking some #Myths about Technology Facilitated Sexual Violence! Sharing another one today!
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MediaSmarts @mediasmarts.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Help shape how Canada talks about sexual consent and sexting! U of T is recruiting parents/caregivers & youth (17–19) to guide a 3-year study, review interview questions and collaborate with MediaSmarts & SIECCAN to create new resources. Interested? Get in touch with f.mishna@utoronto.ca today.
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
NEW RESOURCE FOR NEWCOMER YOUTH! STIs in Canada: What to know Check the fact sheet at the link below! ✨ 🔗 www.sieccan.org/newcomeryouth
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The Pan-Canadian Women’s Health Coalition @pcwhc.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Introducing the Sexual Health Education Resource Portal! 🎉 Created by the SHAPE Hub and @sieccan.bsky.social, the resource offers a wide range of sexual health materials. 📑 Check it out here: www.sieccan.org/shapehub | #SRH #SRHR
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SHAPE Hub | SIECCAN
Sexual dysfunction and genito-pelvic pain are distressing conditions that affect many women and gender diverse people who often report delays in receiving a diagnosis and effective treatment.
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
As we start our November #MythBustingMondays posts, this month we are talking about consent!
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
New #MythBusting post... Myth: Parents don't want their kids learning about sexual orientation and gender identity at schools.
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
NEW RESOURCE for educators/health professionals! Create a free account on the Canadian Public Health Association website to enroll in Effective Consent Education For Autistic Youth! ✨
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 08/10/2025
👀 NEW CONSENT RESOURCES LAUNCHED! www.sieccan.org/consent-boys www.sieccan.org/consent-auti...
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Consent for Autistic Youth | SIECCAN
Autistic youth require effective education about consent. However, existing consent education often does not meet their needs. Consent education that is inclusive of the needs and experiences of…
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
New SIECCAN Issue Brief! Preventable negative sexual and reproductive health outcomes, including sexually transmitted infections, unintended pregnancies, sexual assault, and intimate partner violence, are costing Canada over $13.7 billion every year.
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 08/09/2025
#MythBustingMondays Myth: Most parents in Canada do not want their kids to get sex ed in schools. Fact: 85% of parents in SIECCAN’s survey said that sex ed should be taught in schools. Support was high across Canada.
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 21/08/2025
#InTheKnowThursdays Let's talk side effects and birth control! They exist and they vary, with some examples being headaches, nausea, mood changes, to name a few.
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 18/08/2025
#MythBustingMondays Just because condoms are highly effective, doesn’t mean they are 100% effective. It is important to know the numbers!
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 14/08/2025
In this #InTheKnowThursday edition, we are talking about the difference between the morning-after pill and abortion pills. The morning-after pill (or emergency contraception) is NOT the same as an abortion.
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 11/08/2025
For today's #MythBustingMonday, a common topic: Birth control and infertility. Myth: Birth control (contraception) causes infertility. Fact: While everybody's experience is unique, around 83% of women become pregnant within the first year of stopping birth control!
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 07/08/2025
#InTheKnowThursdays #InTheKnowThursdays for August are here - and this one has info on a commonly used method of birth control: Birth control pill (or "the pill")!
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
#InTheKnowThursdays Fact-checking can be hard sometimes! However, here are 2 easy tips for you to start with: 1️⃣ Compare the info to expert consensus. 2️⃣ Check if there’s a source - or run it through a fact-checker. Source: APA (2023) – Health Misinformation Report www.apa.org/pubs/reports...
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
Think most of the people you know are able to fact-check? Think again! A common myth is that fact-checking is easy. Fact: Data from Statistics Canada indicates that almost 25% of Canadians find it hard, or don't know how, to fact-check.
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 24/07/2025
#InTheKnowThursdays WHILE looking for accurate information online... it might not always be clear you are looking at misinformation... However, there are CLUES to look for!
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 21/07/2025
#MythBustingMondays Ever heard the phrase "Misinformation is not that big of a deal", or something similar? If so, you are not alone and this is a myth we want to address! Not only is this innacurate, but it ALSO does not reflect what a big majority of Canadians think!
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
Have you ever heard of Prebunking? As part of our #InTheKnowThursdays, we are sharing a useful strategy to help mitigate the negative effects of misinformation. It is called Prebunking. 📚 Prebunking involves showing false information and explaining why it is false.
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
THREAD: #MythBustingMonday With all the information that is readily available on the Internet, it's becoming harder to spot misinformation... In the thread below is a common myth about misinformation, and the reality for Canadians.
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 10/07/2025
#InTheKnowThursdays There's A LOT of sexual health info online—but not all of it is trustworthy. So what does ACCURATE info actually look like?
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
#MythBustingMondays !!! ✨ Let's correct this misconception once and for all... Teaching sexual health isn’t about encouraging sexual activity it’s about giving youth the tools to building understanding, safety, and mutual self-respect.
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 03/07/2025
#InTheKnowThursdays Wondering if something you saw about sexual health is trustworthy? Start with a few key questions ✨: Where did this come from? Is it in line with what trusted health educators and professionals agree on? Is it just a bold claim with no source or evidence? THREAD
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
THREAD: Our first #MythBustingMondays is here ✨ Starting off our series with a common myth... Myth: Sexual health education only teaches youth about sexual activity. FACT: Comprehensive Sexual Health Education teaches youth about much more than just having sex. ‼️
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PHE Canada @phecanada.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Concerned about sexual health misinformation? @sieccan.bsky.social's new project empowers educators to equip parents & youth with accurate info. Follow their #MythBustingMondays & #InTheKnowThursdays for tips! Stay informed: www.sieccan.org/misinformation
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Misinformation | SIECCAN
Addressing misinformation related to sexual health education.
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 24/06/2025
THREAD: SIECCAN is excited to announce our new project that will help educators support parents of school-aged youth debunk common myths and identify accurate information about sexual health and sexual health education. (1/7) 🔗 sieccan.org/misinformation
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Misinformation | SIECCAN
Addressing misinformation related to sexual health education.
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 03/04/2025
Are you a Midwife/Physician/Nurse Practitioner or a Nurse Clinician? Do you know any? If so, please consider participating and/or share this research project by the research team of the RHCforFGC - Gender Net Plus: ls.sondages.umontreal.ca/345695
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
ICYMI... Since we have had new followers in the last weeks, we are re-sharing one more time our ✨ New Sexual Health Resources! ✨ SIECCAN has launched 7 brand-new info sheets for youth with physical disabilities – created with youth and other experts! Link below!
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
NEW SEXUAL HEALTH RESOURCE! ✨ SIECCAN has launched 7 brand-new info sheets for youth with physical disabilities – created with youth and other experts! This information sheet is all about pregnancy for people with physical disabilities. 🔗 Get it now in English & French!
A series of five colourful text-based educational graphics about pregnancy for people with disabilities, followed by graphics repeated in French. Click the link in the bio for accessible versions of the information sheets with screen reading capability.
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
NEW SEXUAL HEALTH RESOURCE! SIECCAN has launched 7 brand-new info sheets for youth with physical disabilities – created with youth and other experts! This one is all about birth control. 🧑‍🍼 🔗 Click the link below to access them in English & French!
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Andrew Gurza @andrewgurza6.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
Cheers to @sieccan.bsky.social for creating comprehensive info sheets about sex and disability geared toward youth with physical disabilities. Here's me talking about it, but after you listen, go download them at www.sieccan.org
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 13/03/2025
NEW SEXUAL HEALTH RESOURCE! SIECCAN has launched 7 brand-new info sheets for youth with physical disabilities – created with youth and other experts! This information sheet is all about how to develop positive sexual esteem. 😀 🔗 Get it now in English & French!
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
NEW SEXUAL HEALTH RESOURCE! ✨ 🔊 SIECCAN has launched 7 brand-new info sheets for youth with physical disabilities – created with youth and other experts! This information sheet is all about communicating consent. Links below:
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Jay Baldwin @disabledbabe-jay.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
I was a part of this and I’m so happy about how they turned out!🎉 Check it out and follow Sieccan for more info!!!
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Andrew Gurza @andrewgurza6.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
Check out the great work that @sieccan.bsky.social is doing by creating sexual health information sheets for youth with physical disabilities. Download them at www.sieccan.org
I am so excited that SIECCAN (Sex Information and Education Council of Canada) has created information sheets all about sexual health for youth with physical disabilities. Here is just one of the important points you’ll find: “If a person you are on a date with wants to touch you or your mobility aid, they need to ask for consent first.”

As a severely disabled person, I am so thrilled that finally we have comprehensive, inclusive info geared towards youth with physical disabilities. You can find out more, and download the info sheets for yourself by going to SIECCAN.org right now.  Spread the word, so that youth with disabilities in your life will have information that centers their experiences.
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
NEW SEXUAL HEALTH RESOURCE! ✨ 🔊 SIECCAN has launched 7 brand-new info sheets for youth with physical disabilities – created with youth and other experts! This information sheet is all about dating. Links below:
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
NEW SEXUAL HEALTH RESOURCES! ✨ SIECCAN has launched 7 brand-new info sheets for youth with physical disabilities – created with youth and other experts! #SexualHealth #Disability #Inclusion #NewResources #SupportYouth #EmpoweredYouth buff.ly/n0IcXty www.sieccan.org/ady-pdyouth-...
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
On partage à nouveau nos 2 vidéos éducatives incontournables pour les jeunes handicapé – es... regardez-les maintenant ! Établir et maintenir des limites dans différentes relations: buff.ly/e0dk2yj Gérer le handicap et les « dates »: buff.ly/9fJhAHq
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Des limites personnelles, c’est des limites et des règles qu’on fixe pour faire attention à nous. Cette vidéo explique comment les jeunes handicapé-es peuve...
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
We’re resharing our 2 must-watch educational videos for youth with physical disabilities - check them out now (link below) - with some screenshots from the videos! #disabledyouth #empoweredyouth #sexed #canada #newresources buff.ly/n0IcXty
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SIECCAN @sieccan.bsky.social · 22/02/2025
Happy Saturday everyone! Last week we shared over here the Benchmarks for Comprehensive Sexual Health Education ... this week we are taking a brief look at the latest, 2019 version of the Canadian Guidelines for Sexual Health Education. Linked below ✨ buff.ly/4bec0ad
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Canadian Guidelines for Sexual Health Education
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