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Frouhar LawOttawa, ON · May 21, 2026

What Is Sexual Assault in Canada? Legal Definition & Defence

Sexual assault in Canada is one of the most broadly defined criminal offences in the Criminal Code. The sexual assault definition in Canada covers a wide range of non-consensual conduct, from unwanted touching to rape, and the consequences of a conviction can be severe. This guide explains: the legal definition of sexual assault the three...

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