The legal age of consent in Canada is 16 years old. Exceptions: Persons under 16 years can have consensual sex with someone close in age. These exceptions only apply if the older person is not in a position of authority or trust and there is no exploitation or dependency.

What age is considered a minor in Canada?

18 In Canada, each province or territory defines the age of majority. Anyone under the age of majority at the time of their arrival in Canada is considered to be a minor child. The age of majority is 18 in Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec and Saskatchewan.

Is 16 a minor in Ontario?

In Ontario, a person who is 16 or 17 years old has the legal right to withdraw from parental control. This usually means that the young person is not living with their parents. There is no court process involved. There are no court documents or official documents required.

Are you a minor at 16 in Canada?

Canadas age of consent The age of consent to sexual activity is 16 years. In other words, a person must be at least 16 years old to be able to legally agree to sexual activity.

Can a 30 year old date a 16 year old Canada?

There is nothing that prohibits someone in Canada from “dating” a minor, sixteen years of age and younger, so long as the date does not involve sexual activity.