Sex work, also known as the “oldest profession” in the world, has become a controversial topic in modern society. Many efforts have been made by the Canadian government to control the sex trade. Sex work and related acts are constantly criticized by society. According to Statistics Canada, 78% of sex workers are women, 16% are men and 6% are other genders. Sex work is defined as “the exchange of sexual services, acts, or products for materialistic benefits.” For example, sex work includes direct physical contact and indirect sexual stimulation. (Weitzer, Sex for Sale, 2010) More specifically, sex workers are men, women, transsexuals, and transgender people who accept material compensation in exchange for erotic services. (Over, 2002) ProstitutionThis article will attempt to sequentially explain sex work, marginalization and stigmatization at work, in the media and in the law, while analytically interpreting seven sources. This thesis is worth investigating as the state intentionally revisits sex work and related issues. First, the media dehumanizes sex workers, which leads to their marginalization. Second, many state efforts to “protect” sex workers indirectly oppress them. Finally, sex work is not treated as work like “any other job” compared to the Marxist perspective. Additionally, I will advocate for sex work as a victimless crime and propose approaches to combat stigma. Stigma and violence cause more damage than sex work itself. Many people have a vague understanding of the term “stigma” or “stigma.” According to Dr. Laura Harris, sex work carries major stigma, regardless of its nature. The diverse opinions of sex workers are needed when developing policies and laws. Sex workers have had life-threatening experiences and their opinions matter. Sex workers face various types of abuse such as rape, blackmail, random arrest and detention, imprisonment, persecution, prejudice, forced health examinations, etc. State policies have made efforts to protect sex workers from violence, exploitation, and oppression. However, the government has failed to provide easy access to healthcare, education and employment opportunities. Sex workers should be able to represent themselves in the media. There is a need to support sex workers and promote a clear image of non-exploitation. Anti-sex workers argue that abolitionism and the stigmatization of whores are the result of patriarchy, that is, a method in which men dominate the female population. Men classify sex workers as “good” and “bad”. However, slut-bashing, victim-blaming, and sexual assault culture demonstrate that whore stigma is still attached to non-sexual workers. Decriminalizing all acts related to sex work could potentially eliminate the stigma of whores and recognize sex work as a