World Day Against Trafficking in Persons: Joint statement

Canada’s Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Minister Anandasangaree issues a statement on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026. The release highlights the government’s stance and actions to combat human trafficking, as described in the official government statement.

The federal government announced nearly $3.35 million in new funding for a group of survivor-focused organizations across Ontario, Quebec, Alberta, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and British Columbia to support projects for victims and survivors over three years. The funding includes $450,000 for Edmonton-based CEASE: Centre to End All Sexual Exploitation,…

The Government of Canada announced new Criminal Code reforms now in force to protect victims and survivors of human trafficking, hold traffickers accountable, and prevent the crime. On World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, over $3.35 million in funding was allocated to nine NGOs to support victims and survivors, with additional ongoing funding and…