Human Trafficking
Human trafficking, which includes sexual exploitation and forced labour, is a heinous crime, with serious impacts on victims and survivors, their families, communities and society as a whole.
Services and information
About Human Trafficking
Overview, Difference between Human Trafficking and Human Smuggling, Key Statistics, Legislation.
Actions to combat Human Trafficking
National Strategy to Combat Human Trafficking, Federal Partners, Overview of 2018 Consultations, International Obligations.
Support for victims and survivors
Resources and services for victims and survivors of human trafficking.
Funding programs
Initiatives, research and programs to increase knowledge, raise awareness and help advance efforts to combat human trafficking.
Tools and resources
Publications, reports and printable fact sheets to learn more about human trafficking in Canada.
Related links
Domestic and International Non-Governmental Organizations, Intergovernmental Organizations and Initiatives related to Human Trafficking.
Features
Hotline
Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline - 24/7 multilingual and confidential service for victims and survivors of human trafficking. If you or someone you know may be a victim, call the Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-833-900-1010.
Human Trafficking
Many Canadians misunderstand human trafficking. It doesn’t have to involve crossing borders; it’s happening in communities across Canada.
2019-2024 National Strategy
The National Strategy is a comprehensive and whole-of-government response to the crime of human trafficking.
Human Trafficking News Releases
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Statement from the Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
July 30, 2024 -
International Statement: Counter Ransomware Initiative Joint Statement on Ransomware Payments
November 2, 2023 -
Statement: Sixth Meeting of the Trilateral Working Group on Trafficking in Persons
October 24, 2023
Human Trafficking Publications and Reports
- Government Response to the Tenth Report of the House of Commons Standing Committee on the Status of Women (FEWO)
- Education and Awareness of Human Trafficking, Edition 2024
- National Strategy to Combat Human Trafficking 2021-2023 Report
- Public Safety Canada's Webinar Series: Education and Awareness of Human Trafficking
- Evaluation of the Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline
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