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Name of Resource

Requirements for the ethical procurement of apparel

Type

Policy

Country / jurisdiction

Canada

Enacting authority

Public Services and Procurement Canada

Entry into force / date of approval

7 September 2018

Description

The Ethical Procurement of Apparel Policy requires that suppliers self-certify that they and their direct Canadian and foreign suppliers comply with a set of eight fundamental human and labour rights. Among these rights are freedom from child labour, forced labour, discrimination and abuse, as well as access to fair wages and safe working conditions.

Availability

ENG: https://buyandsell.gc.ca/policy-and-guidelines/policy-notifications/PN-132 
FRA: https://achatsetventes.gc.ca/politiques-et-lignes-directrices/avis-relatifs-aux-politiques/AP-132