Reminder: Forced Labour Supply Chain Reports Due May 31
Trade Update • March 26, 2026
Key Points
- Under the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act, qualifying organizations must submit a report by May 31 of each year.
- Applies to certain entities and government institutions that produce, purchase, import, or distribute goods in Canada or abroad.
- Reports must describe steps taken during the previous financial year to prevent and reduce forced or child labour risks in activities and supply chains.
- Reports must be published on the organization’s website and are included in PSC’s online public catalogue.
The Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act came into force on January 1, 2024 and establishes an annual reporting requirement for entities and government institutions that produce, purchase, import, or distribute goods. Reports must be submitted to the Minister of Public Safety by May 31 each year and cover actions taken during the organization’s previous financial year to identify and address risks that forced or child labour was used in activities or supply chains. Submitted reports must be made publicly available by the reporting organization and are catalogued on Public Safety Canada’s website.
Reporting Periods by Fiscal Year
Calendar‑Year Entities
- A report submitted May 31, 2026 covers Jan 1 – Dec 31, 2025.
Fiscal‑Year Entities (Apr 1 – Mar 31)
- A report submitted Feb 1, 2026 covers Apr 1, 2024 – Mar 31, 2025.
- A report submitted May 31, 2026 covers Apr 1, 2025 – Mar 31, 2026.
Scope and Publication
Entities
- Must report if they meet prescribed financial and operational criteria and produce or import goods.
Government Institutions
- Must report if they produce, purchase, or distribute goods.
Publication
- Reports are published by the reporting organization and made available through Public Safety Canada’s online catalogue
Compliance
Entities and government institutions required to report under the Act are legally obligated to meet all reporting requirements. Submitted reports may be reviewed or verified by Public Safety Canada to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Public Safety Canada continues to support compliance by providing guidance, monitoring submissions, and analyzing reporting trends to improve the quality and transparency of information.
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