Canadian LGBTQ Communities and Philanthropy: A Questioning of Well-Being

This article examines the relationship between Canadian LGBTQ communities and philanthropy, questioning its impact on well-being. It highlights how SOGIE (sexual orientation, gender identity and expression) diverse groups experience higher rates of adverse health outcomes due to stigma and discrimination, underscoring the need for a health equity approach. The research aims to document lived experiences of poverty within 2SLGBTQ+ communities, creating a national dataset for intersectional analysis. It advocates for meaningful collaboration between community and scholarly partners to inform innovative policy, funding, and programming.