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Canada's Forced Labour Proposal Is Not Yet the Same Thing as a Legal Duty

Ottawa's October consultation reports distinguish an existing import prohibition, a proposed stronger import regime and possible future civil liability rules.

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Ottawa's October consultation reports distinguish an existing import prohibition, a proposed stronger import regime and possible future civil liability rules.

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Source and further context Employment and Social Development Canada, October 8, 2026 consultation release ↗

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