Mr. Speaker, the Government of Canada’s commitment in the 2019 national strategy to combat human trafficking to establish a federal advisory committee of victims and survivors remains pending. A range of preparatory work was commenced and advice was provided in an effort to launch and formally establish a federal advisory committee since its announcement in 2019.
In reference to the details on memorandums or briefing notes provided to the Minister of Public Safety or his office, two dockets were provided to the Minister of Public Safety or his office between 2020 and 2023. The first is PS-032565, from November 2020. This memorandum to the minister, signed by the deputy minister, is entitled “Establishment of a Human Trafficking Survivors Advisory Committee”. The contents recommended the establishment of a survivor advisory committee, along with proposed terms of reference and list of those who may be interested in participating. The second is PS-036368, from June 2022. This memorandum to the minister, signed by the deputy minister, is entitled “E-binder – PS-036368 – Establishment of a Human Trafficking Survivors Advisory Committee”. The contents are classified secret.