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Aggravated Sexual Assault
Aggravated Sexual Assault is found in section 273 (1) of the Criminal Code. It is a sexual assault in which the victim is wounded, maimed, disfigured, brutally beaten, or in danger of losing her/his l [..]
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Criminal Harassment
Criminal Harassment (stalking) is found in section 264 of the Criminal Code. It prohibits the following conduct from occurring:
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sexual harassment
Sexual Harassment is any behaviour, comment or gesture of a sexual nature which is deemed to be offensive. It is unwanted behaviour that makes the receiver feel uncomfortable. It can be coercive or su [..]
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incest
Incest is a type of sexual assault in which the perpetrator is a parent, sibling, or any other family member. This list also includes step-parents, common-law partners, boyfriends of relatives, etc.
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stranger rape
Stranger Rape involves being attacked and sexually assaulted by someone you do not know.
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gang rape
Gang Rape is being sexually assaulted by more than one person during the assault. This type of sexual assault is most common on university campuses.
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Child abuse
Child Abuse refers to the physical, sexual or emotional abuse of a person under the age of sixteen. It may also include situations in which a child is being neglected or exposed to violence in the hom [..]
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Sexual Exploitation
Sexual Exploitation occurs when one person takes advantage of the sexuality and/or attractiveness of another person to make a personal gain (i.e. pornography, prostitution, media advertising).
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marital rape
Marital Rape is sexual assault. It is any sexual activity that is performed (by a legal spouse) or caused to be performed, without the consent of the other spouse. It is a criminal offence.
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gay bashing
Gay Bashing is emotional, physical, or sexual violence committed against people because they are, or are perceived to be, gay or lesbian.
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