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HIV Disclosure to Sexual Partners

Disclosing to a sexual partner means telling someone you are having sex with that you are HIV-positive.

In Canada, people living with HIV have a legal obligation to tell their sexual partners they are HIV-positive before having sex in certain situations. If you do not disclose in these situations, you could be charged with a serious crime.

What do I do if I test positive for HIV?

Finding out about an HIV diagnosis can be hard. You may want to reach out to an AIDS service organization for support. You can read more about living with HIV and the supports available on NewYouth.ca

For More Information

• Canadian AIDS Treatment Information Exchange (CATIE) - Publications for clients on HIV, hepatitis C and harm reduction.
• HIV & AIDS Legal Clinic Ontario (HALCO) - A community legal clinic that provides free information and legal services for people living with HIV/AIDS.
• Canadian HIV/Aids Legal Network - An advocacy organization that produces resources for people living with HIV or AIDS in Canada.
• Black Coalition for AIDS Prevention (Black Cap) - An organization that provides culturally relevant outreach, prevention and support services for Black, African and Caribbean people infected with, affected by, or at risk of contracting HIV.