C-251An Act to amend the Customs Act and the Customs Tariff (forced labour and child labour)

What it does

• Requires customs officers to detain certain goods until they are satisfied the goods are not prohibited imports under the Customs Tariff.
• Creates a presumption that goods mined, manufactured, or produced in whole or in part in a designated country, area, or by a listed entity were made with forced labour or child labour.
• Allows an importer to rebut that presumption by showing supply chain monitoring, supply management measures, prescribed certification or information, and due diligence.
• Lets the Governor in Council designate countries or areas of concern, and establish a list of entities linked to forced labour or child labour.
• Lets the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness update or remove names on the entity list and requires a review of each listing every five years.