International Development,
International Trade
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Advocating for the creation an independent Ombudsperson for the international extractive-sector in Canada.
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International Development,
International Trade
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Discussing with public officer holders to ensure the application of the United Nation’s Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and fulfillment of Canada's international human rights obligations.
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International Development,
International Trade
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Introducing mechanisms to ensure government support to Canadian mining, oil and gas companies overseas is conditioned on their respect of international human rights and environmental standards, including the right of indigenous peoples to free prior and informed consent.
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International Development,
International Trade
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Introducing reforms to facilitate access to Canadian courts by foreign plaintiffs alleging serious harm associated with Canadian companies operating overseas.
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International Development,
International Trade
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Introducing regulatory mechanisms in Canada, such as mandatory corporate accountability standards, to ensure respect of human rights by Canadian extractive companies in overseas operations.
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