Equity issues have a significant and often negative impact on the people, communities and health care system of Ontario. Consider that:
Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth are four times more likely to attempt suicide than their straight peers.
People with mental health issues face discrimination in employment, housing and many other essential and health-promoting areas of life.
Northern Ontarians face the highest rates of depression, hospitalization and medication use, but have access to less comprehensive, available and accessible mental health services and supports.
