RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT:
Sex Work & Border Crossing: What do sex workers need to be aware of when travelling internationally?
Sex Work and The Law: In Depth
What does the legal regulation of sex work in Canada mean for sex workers looking to work?
General Legal Resources:
What other areas of law/legal contexts should I be aware of as a current/former sex worker?
Sex Work & Policy Developments:
What policy developments at the local, provincial and federal level should sex workers be aware of?

Bill S-210 An Act to restrict young persons’ online access to sexually explicit material
Toronto Municipal Licensing and Regulation
What should Toronto-based sex workers in licensed venues be aware of?

Strippers: Adult Entertainer (Dancer) License
n the City of Toronto, exotic dancers require a license to work in strip clubs. This license is obtained online or in person through Municipal Licensing and Standards Division.
Associated Fees (Including GST):
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Application fee: $159.43
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Licence fee: $302.88

Massage Attendants: Body Rubber (Massage) License
In the City of Toronto, massage workers are required to obtain a Body Rubber (Massage) License online or in person through the Municipal Licensing and Standards Division.
Associated Fees (Including GST):
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Application fee: $159.46
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Licence fee: $302.88

Toronto’s Municipal Bylaws and Dancers/Massage Workers
Those carrying Adult Entertainer and Body Rubber licenses are subject to Toronto's Municipal Bylaws under Section 545.
Locate the specific bylaws: Adult Entertainment Clubs: p.164 (545-362) - Body Rub Parlours: p.148 (545-372)
LOCATION
We do not publicize our address to ensure the safety of our staff and community members- please contact for details. We are located five minutes from Yonge/Dundas Square in downtown Toronto closest to Queen Station or Dundas Station on TTC.
HOURS
Please note our main office location is undergoing renovations. Connect to learn more about program/ workshop locations. Our phone line is monitored Monday-Friday from 12pm/EST-5pm/EST and we aim to return messages within 24 hours.