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China slams Canada’s ‘double standards’ on human rights after sanctions laidThe blowback comes after Ottawa sanctioned eight Chinese officials it accuses of "grave human rights violations" against ethnic and religious minorities.CanadaJan 2, 2025
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Canada watchdog probes Ralph Lauren over alleged forced Uyghur labourOttawa's corporate-ethics watchdog announced an investigation into Ralph Lauren over the alleged use of forced labour in its supply chains, while putting a mining firm on notice.PoliticsAug 16, 2023
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Nike Canada, Dynasty Gold face probe on alleged use of Uyghur forced labourCanada's business human rights watchdog has launched investigations into Nike Canada and Dynasty Gold over the alleged use of Uyghur forced labour in China.CanadaJul 11, 2023
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Canada a ‘dumping ground’ for products made by forced labour, Ottawa promises crackdownSeamus O'Regan Jr. made the announcement to mark the United Nations annual World Day Against Child Labour, meant to raise awareness about forced labour practices.CanadaJun 13, 2023
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UN report outlines possible crimes against humanity in China’s XinjiangThe run-up to its release fueled a debate over China's influence at the world body and epitomized the on-and-off diplomatic chill between Beijing and the West over human rights.WorldAug 31, 2022
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The two Michaels are free. Could a Canadian locked up in China for 15 years be next?Following the release of the two Michaels, the wife of another Canadian man imprisoned in China says she is hopeful of a break in her husband's case as well.FeaturesOct 16, 2021
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Solar power supply chain could be tainted with Uyghur forced labour, report says"Forced labour in any form, anywhere in the world, is completely unacceptable, and Canada remains fully committed to upholding human rights," said Tassi.CanadaMay 28, 2021
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Beijing Olympics offer ‘rare opportunity’ to secure Uyghur Canadian’s release from Chinese prison'China's hosting the Olympics, it's a moment in time where China could do the right thing,' said the lawyer for a Canadian Uyghur who has been imprisoned in China for 15 years.InvestigationsMay 27, 2021
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‘They are in no hurry’: Beijing plays the long game as Canadians languish in China’s prisonsThe case of the two Michaels has garnered international attention, but another Canadian you may have never heard has been imprisoned in China for nearly 16 years.FeaturesMay 8, 2021
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U.K. passes motion declaring China is committing genocide against UyghursThe motion is non-binding and does not compel the British government to act.WorldApr 22, 2021
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