Conversion Therapy Ban - Brampton City Law

Civil Rights and Equity Ontario 3 Minutes Read · published February 11, 2026 Flag of Ontario

Brampton, Ontario residents are covered by federal prohibitions on conversion therapy and by local supports and complaint pathways. This guide explains how the federal law interacts with municipal services, who enforces offences, how to report alleged incidents, common violations, and where to find local help. It is practical, focused on actions residents can take in Brampton, and current as of February 2026 where official pages do not show a more recent update.

Penalties & Enforcement

The primary legal prohibition on conversion therapy practices in Canada is enacted at the federal level; municipal authorities in Brampton do not create criminal offences but provide supports and local complaint routes. For the federal statutory provisions and criminal offences see the federal bill record linked below parl.ca[1].

Criminal enforcement of conversion therapy allegations is carried out by police under federal law.
  • Fine amounts: not specified on the cited page.
  • Imprisonment or criminal sentences: see federal statute for criminal penalties and maximum terms parl.ca[1].
  • Escalation: first, repeat or continuing offences are addressed through criminal prosecution; specific escalation periods or graduated municipal fines are not specified on the cited pages.
  • Non-monetary sanctions: criminal charges, court-ordered prohibitions and other court remedies may apply; municipal orders (e.g., orders to stop a related non-criminal activity) may be used where authorized.
  • Enforcer and complaint pathway: report criminal allegations to Peel Regional Police or your local police service; for local non-criminal concerns contact City of Brampton By-law Enforcement or the City’s Equity and Inclusion office.

Applications & Forms

No municipal permit or licence authorizes conversion therapy practices; there is no Brampton form to permit such activity. To report a criminal matter, contact police by the official reporting channels for Peel Regional Police or dial emergency services if immediate danger is present peelpolice.ca[2].

Common Violations

  • Coercing a person, including a minor, into conversion practices.
  • Providing paid services marketed as conversion therapy.
  • Removing a young person from Canada to subject them to conversion practices abroad.
If you or someone is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1.

How to Report or Escalate

  • For criminal allegations, contact Peel Regional Police via their non-emergency or online reporting channels peelpolice.ca[2].
  • Document incidents: keep dates, names, communications, receipts and any advertising or witness details.
  • If the concern is about a licensed health professional, check regulatory college complaint procedures for the relevant profession.
  • Contact City of Brampton Equity, Diversity and Inclusion services for local supports and referrals.
Keeping detailed records helps police and regulators assess complaints.

Applications & Appeals

Criminal prosecutions proceed through provincial courts; appeals follow normal criminal appeal processes. Specific municipal appeal routes apply only to municipal orders or administrative actions and vary by program; time limits and appeal rights are not specified on the cited municipal pages.

FAQ

Is conversion therapy illegal in Brampton?
Conversion therapy practices that meet the federal Criminal Code prohibitions are illegal across Canada; local enforcement is by police and supports are available through City services.
Who do I contact to report an incident?
Report criminal allegations to Peel Regional Police; for local support contact City of Brampton Equity and By-law Enforcement offices.
Are there municipal fines specific to Brampton for conversion therapy?
Monetary fines specific to municipal bylaws for conversion therapy are not specified on the cited pages; criminal penalties are set at the federal level.

How-To

  1. Collect evidence: dates, messages, receipts, witness names and any advertising.
  2. Contact Peel Regional Police by non-emergency line or online reporting if the matter is not urgent.
  3. Contact City of Brampton Equity or By-law Enforcement for support, referral and non-criminal complaint options.
  4. If a health professional is involved, contact their regulatory college to file a complaint.
  5. Follow official police or court directions for evidence submission and court processes if charges proceed.

Key Takeaways

  • Conversion therapy practices are addressed by federal criminal law; contact police for alleged offences.
  • City of Brampton provides local supports and referral pathways but does not create federal criminal offences.

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