Retailers in Canada have highly complex supply chains and logistics networks. Typically, they source globally and must rely on a code of conduct that sets out the core principles suppliers and factories must adhere to.
Retail Council of Canada works with supply chain and logistics professionals to help create resources and policies for best practices conventions.
Key Issues
Tariffs and Trade
Recent Updates The importance of retail in Canada’s economy The products that retailers sell are subject to a range of trade agreements, policies and regulations…
Bill S-211: What Retailers Need to Know about Canada’s New Supply Chain Reporting Law
Updated February 8, 2024 Bill S-211 – the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act – came into force on January…
Supply Chain & Logistics Resources
Supply Chain & Logistics News
RCC advocacy wins from Bill 29 considerations →
Last week, the Quebec government completed a detailed consideration of Bill 29 and retained some…
Ontario to increase minimum wage to $16.55 an hour this weekend →
The minimum wage increase announced by the Ontario government on March 31, 2023 comes into…
Nova Scotia’s consultation on Accessibility Standards for the Built Environment & the Nova Scotia Building Code →
Following extensive consultations, the Nova Scotia government is currently seeking feedback on…
Sask Employment Standards under review →
The Saskatchewan government has opened consultations on its employment standards provisions…
Committees
Responsible Sourcing Committee
The Responsible Sourcing Committee is a member working group comprised of retail members with roles that include government relations, public affairs, sustainability, corporate social responsibility, ethical/responsible sourcing, public relations, etc. The purpose of the committee is to help retail members grow and develop their respective responsible sourcing programs; and to facilitate the sharing of pre-competitive best-practices between members concerning issues including human rights, child labour, working conditions in factories, human trafficking, modern-day slavery, fair/living wages, worker safety, factory structural issues, living conditions and more. The Committee also works to communicate the commitment of Canadian retailers to responsible trade and consults and builds alliances with consumers, NGOs, academics and other industry partners. Join this committee.