Mr. Speaker, today I present a petition signed by residents of my riding.
These citizens are concerned about businesses based in Canada that contribute to human rights violations and environmental damage around the world.
The people who protest against these violations and stand up for their rights are often harassed, attacked or killed. Indigenous peoples, women and marginalized groups in particular are threatened.
Canada encourages but does not require businesses to prevent such harm in their operations and global supply chains.
The petitioners are calling on the government to ensure due diligence by these businesses when it comes to human rights and the environment, by evaluating and reporting on their actions that lead to significant consequences for those affected.