Webinar: Mondaq’s Exclusive Forced Labour Guide – Navigating Canada’s Anti-Forced Labour Act [Video]

Join specialists from the leading Canadian law firm, Bennett Jones, as they explore the transformative implications of Canada’s Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act. Previously known as Bill S-211, this pivotal legislation mandates annual reporting, introduces a new era of accountability and ethical responsibility for certain entities engaged in (a) importing goods into Canada, and (b), producing, selling or distributing goods in Canada within or elsewhere, or outside Canada—including any operators controlling an entity that entities who undertake any of these activities listed in (a) or (b).

The Act imposes an annual reporting requirement for certain entities. As the first public report deadline approaches on May 31, 2024, learn how to navigate the intricacies of the annual reporting obligations imposed on corporations, trusts, partnerships and unincorporated other organizations that have with a Canadian nexus to Canada and perform import, production, sales or distribution activities involving goods.

Why watch:

A lively discussion surrounding the requirements of the new law and how companies doing business in or with Canada can develop ethical supply chain best practices to appropriately mitigate risk of labour abuses.

The Act’s potential for imposing criminal liability for non-compliance or false statements adds a layer of urgency and significance to this discussion. Perfect for actors from all sectors of the international trade industry, this event promises a dynamic and in-depth discussion, emphasizing the critical importance of developing ethical supply chain practices.

Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and navigate the complexities of ethical supply chain management in Canada. Watch this session for an engaging discussion that will shape the future of your business in the new world of Canadian trade legislation.

To view this webinar and read other content from the panel please visit: https://www.mondaq.com/canada/government-public-sector/1429504/webinar-mondaqs-exclusive-forced-labour-guide-navigating-canadas-anti-forced-labour-act

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0:00 – Introduction
2:20 – Types Of Forced Labour Laws
5:04 – Canada’s Forced Labour Laws
7:43 – Import Ban Enforcement
12:12 – The Supply Chains Act
14:58 – What Is Forced / Child Labour
19:37 – International Labour Organization
23:59 – Who Must Report?
27:28 – Do You Need To Report?
36:13 – To Whom? When? (Part 1)
37:01 – What Needs To Be Reported?
46:23 – To Whom? When? (Part 2)
47:58 – Self-Assessment Questions
49:55 – Frequently Asked Questions & Audience Q&A
58:38 – Outro