RESEARCH
There are real gaps in queer and trans healthcare in Alberta.
The QTHC works with healthcare providers and community members to better understand those gaps so that research properly reflects what queer and trans people are actually experiencing. Our goal is to turn the knowledge shared with us into equitable healthcare for our communities.
Current Research
Explore latest research projects focused on queer and trans health in Alberta.
The Lived Experiences of Trans and Non-Binary Youth in Alberta
A report on the lived experiences of trans and non-binary youth (ages 14-25) in Alberta, focussing on their interactions with healthcare, safety, school, mental health, sex education, community, and support. The study includes interviews about the barriers youth face and the people, spaces and practices that help them feel affirmed.
Rural Care Strategy
The Rural Care Strategy report explores barriers rural and remote trans and gender-diverse Albertans face when accessing gender-affirming care. The strategy outlines practical recommendations to help healthcare providers, oversight bodies, and governments improve access to gender-affirming care across the province.