Understanding Human Trafficking
Laws on Human Trafficking in Canada
Last Updated: March 26 2025Laws on Human Trafficking in Canada Due to the limited scope of this document, we are unable to provide a detailed overview of human trafficking laws. However, for a more detailed understanding of the law and survivors’ rights, please visit this resource created by Pro Bono Students Canada (PBSC) in collaboration with WomentatthecentrE. Duty to...
What is Human Trafficking?
Last Updated: March 26 2025Human trafficking, as defined by the United Nations, involves the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harbouring, or receipt of individuals through force, fraud, or deception for exploitation and profit. This crime affects people of all genders, ages, and backgrounds globally. Traffickers often use violence, fraudulent agencies, and false promises of education or jobs to coerce victims (United...
Trafficking in Canada
Last Updated: March 26 2025Below are some statistics on human trafficking in Canada, based on police-reported cases and self-reported data from the Uniform Crime Reporting survey. The actual numbers are likely much higher, as human trafficking often goes unreported. While anyone can be a victim/survivor of human trafficking, certain groups face higher risks due to systemic inequalities that increase...
Common Myths & Misconceptions
Last Updated: March 26 2025Survivors and Networks of Care identified the need for better information to address myths and misconceptions about human trafficking, which can harm survivors or impact the care they receive. Below are some common myths and facts about human trafficking: Myth: Human trafficking always involves physical violence or holding the person captive. Fact: Traffickers will also...
Definitions & Forms of Human Trafficking
Last Updated: January 16 2025Human trafficking is defined by the United Nations as “Human Trafficking is the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harbouring or receipt of people through force, fraud or deception, with the aim of exploiting them for profit. Men, women (gender diverse individuals) and children of all ages and from all backgrounds can become victims of this crime, which...