What’s driving trafficking trends in Canada? How can survivor engagement improve outcomes? This page features a curated collection of must-read reports and resources, including the latest findings from civil society organizations and government bodies. Use these insights to deepen your understanding and inform your work in combating trafficking.
A Guide to Intimate Partner Violence and Sexual Violence Resources in Rural, Remote, and Northern Manitoba
The Manitoba Association of Women’s Shelters recently published a practical reference guide highlighting the realities of intimate partner and sexual violence in rural and northern Manitoba, where access to supports can be limited. Designed to help service providers and communities navigate available resources. Read the guide
Listening to Women Migrant Workers: A Needs Assessment on the North Shore of Nova Scotia
New report from the Centre for Migrant Worker Rights Nova Scotia examining the experiences of women migrant workers in farms and seafood plants. Findings point to unsafe working conditions, overcrowded housing, and gaps in access to essential information. Explore the report
Sex Trafficking and Sexual Violence in Canada’s Resource Extraction Industry
This report brings together insights from Indigenous women, workers, and sector leaders to examine risks of sexual exploitation linked to resource extraction—and outlines recommendations to address them. Learn more
World Cup 2026 Campaign to Prevent Child Sexual Exploitation
A global campaign by ECPAT calling on travellers, businesses, and fans to help prevent child sexual exploitation around major sporting events. Discover the campaign
Empowered Caregivers Project
A survivor-led toolkit designed to support parents, caregivers, and communities in walking alongside people who have experienced trafficking. Developed by Restorations Second Stage Housing. Access the toolkit
Independent Legal Advice Program Expansion (Ontario)
The Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General has expanded eligibility for its free legal advice program to include people affected by human trafficking and other sexual offences. The program now offers up to eight hours of legal advice and is available to anyone living in Ontario or whose experience occurred in the province. Learn more
Proposed CNESST Regulation on Worker Housing (Quebec)
A draft regulation from Quebec’s CNESST would modernize housing standards when accommodation is provided by employers, particularly for temporary foreign workers in agriculture. The changes aim to address issues like overcrowding and inadequate living conditions. Learn more (in French only)
