Annual Compliance Report on Forced and Child Labour

CMHC’s commitment to ethical supply chains

Forced labour is a pervasive issue affecting industries worldwide. Businesses' supply chains present risks of forced labour and child labour. Canada is actively addressing and eliminating these practices through the Act to enact the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act and to amend the Customs Tariff  (formerly Bill S-211). This Act aims to enhance awareness, transparency and prompt businesses to improve their supply chain practices.

Legislation overview

The Act to enact the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act and to amend the Customs Tariff aims to uphold Canada's commitment to combating forced and child labour. It requires mandatory reporting for government institutions and businesses. A detailed compliance report is due by May 31 each year to the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness.

CMHC’s 2024 annual compliance report

Our 2024 report outlines our actions to combat forced and child labour in our operations and supply chains. It includes:

  • our organizational structure and supply chains
  • policies and due diligence processes
  • risk assessment and management
  • remediation and support initiatives
  • employee training and awareness programs
  • effectiveness assessment

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Date Published: May 30, 2024