Minister Moves to Outlaw Modern Slavery by Backing Senate Forced Labour Bill

Minister Moves to Outlaw Modern Slavery by Backing Senate Forced Labour Bill
Labour Minister Seamus O’Regan rises during Question Period, in Ottawa, April 28, 2022. The Canadian Press/Adrian Wyld
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Labour Minister Seamus O'Regan today moved to clamp down on modern slavery by backing a bill making Canadian companies ensure they are not using forced labour or exploiting child workers overseas.

O’Regan is giving government backing to a private member’s bill requiring Canadian firms and government departments to scrutinize supply chains with the aim of protecting workers.