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What is Intersex?

“Intersex” is an umbrella term to describe an array of variations to physical sex that may not be considered typically male or female. Those who are intersex have a difference to or mixture of sex characteristics, such as sex chromosomes, reproductive organs, external and internal genitalia, and/or hormones. Intersex traits can be apparent at birth or may not become evident until puberty or later.

Intersex Canada has done our very best to acknowledge the many different intersex variations through a compassionate and sensitive lens. Please see our List of Intersex Variations for more information!

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