Young transgender Torontonians face daily discrimination that trigger everything from fear over bathroom choices to suicide attempts, says a detailed city report that could lead to changes to help them. That message got a warm reception Wednesday from councillors on the community development committee, who unanimously recommended full council authorize groundwork to help knock down barriers for trans residents. If adopted, staff from departments including children’s services, recreation, public health, police and shelter, support and housing will join to study the issue, consult with those affected and report back in November with recommendations for a “trans-inclusive action plan.”Toronto is home to an estimated 32 per cent of transgender Canadians, or 57,600 people, reflecting all ethno-racial groups, the report says. Discrimination they face at home, in school, at work and trying to access public services make them especially prone to mental illness, violence, unemployment, poverty and substance abuse, the committee heard. Youth treated as outcasts are particularly vulnerable as they come to terms with diverse gender identities.

Source: thestar June 07, 2017 20:48 UTC