Swingers clubs gaining popularity
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TORONTO — A 2005 Supreme Court decision that cleared the way for swingers clubs appears to be bringing out Canada’s more, well, adventurous side.
Those who prefer life closer to the edge of the conjugal bed say the high court’s re-interpretation last December of the definition of indecency has fuelled a growing interest in private clubs that feature group sex, partner swapping, voyeurism and exhibitionism.
The high court effectively legalized such clubs when it ruled that consenting adults who engage in sexual activity behind closed doors while like-minded people look on are not committing indecent acts.
Five months later, their operators say more aggressive advertising and marketing efforts in the wake of the ruling have attracted significantly more people to their events.
“I think there’s a great opportunity to provide a safe environment where couples can really enhance their sex life,” said Linda Fox, who operates Club Eden in Vancouver with partner Jason Walters.
Club Eden, which opened just last weekend, is a so-called “on-premises” club, which means private and shared rooms are available for members. Other clubs typically meet in hotel rooms or private homes.
The Supreme Court decision allowed Club Eden and others like it to stop being so discreet about what’s been going on behind their closed doors — and to try to open people’s minds at the same time, Fox said.
Those opposed to the Supreme Court decision and to the lifestyle in general say they’re not surprised by the surge in the popularity of such clubs, and pledge to fight back against what they see as an assault on family values and the country’s sexual health.
“We believe it’s an important issue because Canadians are concerned about swingers clubs,” said Janet Epp Buckingham, director of law and public policy for the Evangelical Fellowship of Canada. “They’re concerned about the fidelity of relationships, but they’re also concerned about the spread of disease.”
— Canadian Press