Science-guy raises, I believe, a valid question, that of what constitutes legal over-reach by progressive forces. Such over-reach might galvanize the religious right fuckers (I am proudly biased, here).

However, these assholes must be countered. I think the way to approach the issue, is not to legally sanction these bigots' freedom of association and freedom of belief regarding their bogus so-called therapy. What needs to happen is progressive legal clarification that "reparative therapy" is false advertising of the worst kind, that actually causes psychological harm as it is misrepresented as being affirming of the individual. And, of course, it is a professional lie to call it therapy, as professional licensure boards across people-helping professions agree. To actually hang out a proverbial shingle and advertise to paying customers what amounts to a research-known false promise amounts to FRAUD, plain and simple. THAT is what I hope Canadian lawmakers spell out with any legislation they might construct.

Being gay is not a illness and shouldn't be cured. The conversion therapy should be banned. How christains treat the community is one biggest reasons I left the dark side and started my journey of enlightenment. I'm bi sexual and proud of it. These days I favor men more than women and I decide to get off fence. I don't need therapy for that. Most likely I will spend the rest of my life with a man.If my christain friends and family have problem with that I don't care. I will live my life as I see fit. The last few day I have wondered why I still consider myself bi. I might be better off getting off the fence. Any body wants to chime in on this comment feel free to.

Right wing Christian controlling Bullshit

What is the status of separation of Church and State in Canada?
I'm a bit worried.

At least here in the US it's "supposed to be" separate. But we have to fight for it.

Conversion therapy has always been harmful.

There's a reason I'd never advise someone see a therapist who didn't have a college degree. That would be the Ethics Class. That Ethics Class sure is helpful in not pushing people where YOU want to see them go - but rather in the best direction for THEM.

Wanders off grumbling about clergy.....

Even if an adult seeks help, it doesn’t mean conversion therapy will help. I don’t think it is designed to help, but to make you believe that thoughts and actions are wrong based on someone’s interpretation of the Bible or other religious book.

As I understand it, conversion therapy has been shown to be ineffective and harmful to the patient's mental health.