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[SID_227] Although the Company does not currently provide training to employees on forced labour or child labour, every employee and director of Lion Electric is required to sign a certification that they have read and clearly understood the Code
[SID_227] All employees are further re- quired to review and confirm compliance with the Code at least once per year
[SID_227] Additionally, we intend to offer targeted training sessions addressing forced labour and child labour to relevant employees in the future
[SID_227] Any failure by an employee to respect the Code may result in disciplinary action and sanctions up to and including dismissal, and certain failures to respect the Code may result in legal action
[SID_227] As discussed in this Report, Lion Electric has taken steps during the Reporting Period aimed at reducing the risk that forced labour or child labour will be used in our activities or supply chains
[SID_227] We have not taken any measures yet to assess the efficiency of these steps
[SID_227] We are committed to continuously improving our approach to human rights including forced labour and child labour issues
[SID_227] In that respect, we intend to iden- tify key performance indicators to help us measure the progress of the actions we are taking
[SID_227] Despite our efforts to take actions to ensure our supply chain is free of any forced labour or child labour, there may nonetheless remain a risk of forced labour or child labour within our global supply chain, specifically when it comes to indirect suppliers where Lion Electric has little control or visibility
[SID_227] To address this potential risk, Lion Electric expects its business partners and suppliers to uphold the standards and principals outlined in the Supplier Policy within their operations and within their own supply chain
[SID_227] During the Reporting Period, we have identified certain countries in which some of our suppliers are located that are considered to be at greater risk of forced labour or child labour being used
[SID_227] Whenever reasonably possible, we make efforts to limit, or reduce, as applicable, our supply chain exposure to these countries, in addition to completing enhanced due diligence on suppliers located in these countries
[SID_227] 2023 Forced Labor Report 2024-05-14 thelionelectric.com This Report was approved on May 15, 2024 by the Board of Directors of The Lion Electric Company pursuant to subparagraph11(4)(a) of the Act
[SID_227] In accordance with the requirements of the Act, and in particular section11 thereof, I attest that I have reviewed the information contained in the Report for the entity listed above
[SID_227] Based on my knowledge, and having exer- cised reasonable diligence, I attest that the information in the Report is true, accurate and complete in all material respects for the purposes of the Act, for the reporting year listed above
[SID_227] Marc Bdard Chief Executive Officer and Founder May 15, 2024 I have the authority to bind The Lion Electric Company
[SID_232] Robert Half Canada Inc - Modern Slavery Report 2023 1 Modern Slavery Report 2023 Robert Half Canada Inc
[SID_232] This Modern Slavery Report (the Report) addresses the period from January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2023 and has been prepared in compliance with the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act (Canada) (the Act)
[SID_232] This Report is made on behalf of Robert Half Canada Inc (RH Canada, we, us or our)
[SID_232] A French version of this Report may be requested from RH Canada by emailing rhcomplianceandethics@roberthalf.com
[SID_232] Introduction Forced labour and child labour, each as defined in the Act, are crimes and serious violations of human rights
[SID_232] RH Canada strives to act ethically and with integrity in all our business dealings and relationships, including implementing policies and procedure with the aim of identifying and preventing forced labour and child labour in our supply chain
[SID_232] This Report sets out the steps we have taken during the fiscal year 2023 to prevent and reduce the risk that forced labour or child labour is used at any step in the production of goods imported into Canada by RH Canada
[SID_232] We are committed to providing transparency in our business and addressing modern slavery risks in our supply chains, consistent with our disclosure obligations under the Act
[SID_232] We expect the same standards and commitment from our suppliers, contractors and other third parties
[SID_232] Our Business RH Canada, a company incorporated under the laws of British Columbia, is a provider of talent solutions and business consulting solutions under the Robert Half and Protiviti brands in multiple provinces in Canada
[SID_232] We are a member of the Robert Half corporate group, owned by the ultimate parent company Robert Half Inc (NYSE: RHI) which has its corporate headquarters operations in Menlo Park and San Ramon, California, USA
[SID_232] Our branch offices in Canada provide talent solutions for permanent, contract and temporary placements in the following areas
[SID_232] Finance & Accounting
[SID_232] Creative and Marketing
[SID_232] Technology
[SID_232] Administrative & Customer Support, and
[SID_232] Legal
[SID_232] We also provide consulting and managed solutions in the areas of finance, technology, operations, data, analytics, digital, marketing, legal, HR, governance, risk and internal audit through the Protiviti brand
[SID_232] Given our industry and operations, we do not have an extensive supply chain network
[SID_232] We do not manufacture goods or handle raw materials
[SID_232] Our supply chains include, among others: office supplies including stationery; IT hardware and software; cleaning and catering services; advertising and print services; office build out and building maintenance services; and professional services such as those provided by our external financial auditors
[SID_232] Most procurement activities are centralized out of headquarters in the United States and we substantially rely on our parent company, Robert Half Inc, for the purpose of DocuSign Envelope ID: 93141219-7BAA-42E7-936D-30E5C0F3954B
[SID_232] Robert Half Canada Inc - Modern Slavery Report 2023 2 managing our supply chain
[SID_232] For example, Robert Half Inc is our supplier for certain technology and related equipment used by us in Canada
[SID_232] We source our other goods and services primarily from suppliers in Canada and the United States
[SID_232] Our Policies Corporate Governance Policies Robert Half Inc.s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics (the Code of Conduct) sets out basic principles of ethics and integrity to guide all employees, agents and representatives of the Robert Half corporate group, including RH Canada and its employees, agents and representatives
[SID_232] Robert Half Inc has formally set out its position on, and commitment to, human rights for all in its Global Human Rights Policy (the Global Human Rights Policy), including its firm stances against human trafficking, human-trafficking related activities, slavery and child labour
[SID_232] Accordingly, we prohibit
[SID_232] using any type of slavery or forced labour in the performance of any work
[SID_232] engaging in any form of human trafficking for the performance of any work; and
[SID_232] destroying, concealing, confiscating or otherwise denying access to any temporary or full-time employees documents relating to immigration or work authorization issued by any government entity or issuing authority
[SID_232] We seek relationships with suppliers whose values and principles align with ours
[SID_232] Robert Half Inc.s Supplier Code of Conduct (the Supplier Code of Conduct) outlines the expectations of suppliers in North America
[SID_232] As a condition to doing business with us, suppliers must comply with the Supplier Code of Conduct, Global Human Rights Policy and Code of Conduct
[SID_232] Due Diligence and Risk Reduction & Mitigation We seek to work with suppliers that can meet our business requirements for scale, quality and service levels; bring value through competitive pricing and innovation; and align with our values and principles
[SID_232] We expect third parties with which we work to adhere to business principles and values similar to our own and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations
[SID_232] To that end, we have embedded responsible business conduct into our policies and management systems
[SID_232] See above Section 3
[SID_232] Our Policies for more information on relevant policies and the section below for more information regarding due diligence steps and risk mitigation
[SID_232] We acknowledge that purchasing goods/services could involve the risk of forced or child labour in our supply chains
[SID_232] In order to mitigate this risk, we have implemented measures including the following
[SID_232] In fiscal year 2023, strategic and critical suppliers were assessed on a variety of factors which may include ethics and compliance, business continuity, and environmental, social and governance matters, which include human rights and labour
[SID_232] In fiscal year 2023, Robert Half Inc.s strategic and critical suppliers in the United States were also required to agree to comply with the Supplier Code of Conduct, or provide their own code of conduct or similar document addressing these risks and concerns
[SID_232] During 2024, Robert Half Inc began applying this requirement to a larger population of new and existing suppliers in the US based on the associated risks and may consider further expanding the scope as appropriate
[SID_232] Contractual terms in the majority of our supplier contracts include, as appropriate, contractual obligations on the supplier to comply with all applicable human rights and labour laws and regulations governing the industries and regions in which we and they DocuSign Envelope ID: 93141219-7BAA-42E7-936D-30E5C0F3954B
[SID_232] Robert Half Canada Inc - Modern Slavery Report 2023 3 operate and/or termination clauses which may be triggered upon failure to comply or breach of relevant terms
[SID_232] Any violation of the provisions of the Global Human Rights Policy with respect to forced or child labour is subject to removal from the contract, reduction in benefits, and/or disciplinary action up to and including termination, subject to applicable law
[SID_232] Suppliers, employees or any other concerned parties may report concerns or potential issues using the Robert Half Ethics and Compliance Online Reporting Tool
[SID_232] Assessing Our Risk As a services-based company, we consider our supply chains to be low-risk with respect to modern slavery
[SID_232] Given the nature of our business, we do not have an extensive supply chain network
[SID_232] See above Section 1
[SID_232] Our Business
[SID_232] The risk of forced and child labour being present in our supply chains increases in the lower tiers of the supply chain where may have limited visibility
[SID_232] Nonetheless, we endeavour to manage and limit these risks by engaging suppliers based primarily in the United States and Canada, both of which are reported to have a low prevalence of forced labour, according to the Global Slavery Index
[SID_232] If our due diligence processes establish that risks related to forced and child labour exist, we would conduct further diligence to assess such risk to determine if risk mitigation or remediation is required
[SID_232] We are open to exploring the possibility of implementing additional assessment procedures and mechanisms moving forward
[SID_232] Our Commitments We prohibit our employees, temporary employees, contractors, subcontractors, agents, and vendors from engaging in any form of human trafficking, slavery, or use of child labour in the performance of any work
[SID_232] We expect our suppliers to adhere to these same standards, create and support a sustainable procurement function with regards to environmental, human rights and labour, and business ethics and governance
[SID_232] During 2023, we took a number of steps, including due diligence and other measures, to prevent and reduce risk that forced labour or child labour is used in the production of goods we purchased or imported into Canada as described in Section 3
[SID_232] Our Policies - Due Diligence and Risk Reduction & Mitigation above
[SID_232] Remediation Measures In 2023, no incidents of forced or child labour were reported within RH Canada
[SID_232] As a result, remediation measures did not need to be taken to correct an incident of modern slavery or to compensate for loss of income to vulnerable families
[SID_232] However, the Code of Conduct, Supplier Code of Conduct, Global Human Rights Policy, and Robert Half Ethics and Compliance Online Reporting Tool provide a framework for employees to report unethical conduct, including concerns related to forced or child labour
[SID_232] Training Every new employee must, upon joining, and all of our employees, annually, are required to complete mandatory training on the Code of Conduct and re-certify that they have read and understand key policies, including the Code of Conduct and Global Human Rights Policy
[SID_232] These trainings include information on how to report misconduct via the Robert Half Ethics and Compliance Online Reporting Tool
[SID_232] As these trainings do not currently include dedicated training on forced and child labour, we may need to assess whether and how the curriculum and materials may require amending or supplementing to better manage our business and supply chain risks related to the potential risks of the use of forced and child labour
[SID_232] DocuSign Envelope ID: 93141219-7BAA-42E7-936D-30E5C0F3954B
[SID_232] Robert Half Canada Inc - Modern Slavery Report 2023 4
[SID_232] Our Progress and Effectiveness Although we have put in place measures to prevent and reduce the risk of forced and child labour in our business and supply chains, we have not yet implemented a system to assess the effectiveness of these measures
[SID_232] However, if relevant reports or concerns come to our attention through the Robert Half Ethics and Compliance Online Reporting Tool or other channels, whether from employees, clients, candidates, members of the public, or law enforcement agencies, that information will be reviewed and taken into consideration in the review of our policies and procedures related to forced and child labour, which may include the development and implementation of a system to assess effectiveness, if appropriate
[SID_232] Approval & Signature In accordance with paragraph 11(4)(a) of the Act, this Report was approved by Robert Half Canada Inc.s Board of Directors on ____________ and has been submitted to the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness in Canada
[SID_232] This Report is also available on our company website at www.roberthalf.ca
[SID_232] In accordance with the requirements of the Act, and in particular section 11 thereof, I attest that I have reviewed the information contained in this Report for RH Canada
[SID_232] Based on my knowledge, and having exercised reasonable diligence, I attest that the information in this Report is true, accurate and complete in all material respects for the purposes of the Act, for the reporting year listed above
[SID_232] Michael C
[SID_232] Buckley Director, ____________ I have the authority to bind Robert Half Canada Inc DocuSign Envelope ID: 93141219-7BAA-42E7-936D-30E5C0F3954B 5/24/2024 5/24/2024
[SID_236] 600 3rd Avenue SW Calgary, Alberta T2P 0G5 May 21, 2024
[SID_236] MODERN SLAVERY REPORT 2023 HIGHWOOD ASSET MANAGEMENT LTD
[SID_236] This Modern Slavery Report (the Report) addresses the period from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023, and has been prepared in compliance with Bill S-211, an act to enact the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains (Canada) (the Act)
[SID_236] This report is made on behalf of Highwood Asset Management Ltd (Highwood or the Company)
[SID_236] Introduction: Highwood understands the importance of preventing and reducing the risk of forced labour and child labour in our supply chains
[SID_236] Forced labour and child labour, as defined in the Act, are serious crimes and violations of human rights
[SID_236] Highwood recognizes the important role the Company has in ensuring our operations and supply chain adhere to the upmost ethical standards
[SID_236] This Report described the steps Highwood has taken in 2023 to prevent and reduce the risk that forced labour or child labour is used at any step in the production of goods in Canada or elsewhere by Highwood or of any good imported into Canada by Highwood or third parties supplying the Company
[SID_236] Preventative measures taken to prevent and reduce the risk that forced labour or child labour is used at any step of the production of goods in Canada, or elsewhere by the entity of good imported into Canada by the entity: This section will summarize the steps the entity has taken during this previous financial year to prevent and reduce the risk that forced labour or child labour is used at any step of the production of goods in Canada or elsewhere by the entity or of goods imported into Canada by the entity
[SID_236] These steps include, but are not limited to
[SID_236] Developing due diligence policies and processes for identifying, addressing and prohibiting the use of forced labour and/or child labour in Highwoods activities and supply chains
[SID_236] Promoting the importance to all individuals with Highwood of preventing forced labour and child labour
[SID_236] Discussing with suppliers the policies and procedures that the suppliers have in place for identifying and prohibiting the used of forced labour and/or child labour in their activities and supply chains
[SID_236] Reviewed documentation from third party experts who assessed the legislative frameworks to determine additional steps the Company should take to meet, or exceed, expectations
[SID_236] Highwood is committed to conducting business at the highest levels of ethical business practice and conduct
[SID_236] Structure, Activities and Supply Chains: Structure and Activities Highwood is an oil and gas company headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada
[SID_236] Highwoods primary business is the exploration and development of our oil and gas properties in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basis
[SID_236] Highwood currently has properties located in Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia
[SID_236] Highwoods current operations are primarily focused in the Brazeau and Wilson Creek areas located in Alberta
[SID_236] Additional information regarding the corporate structure, operations, and the industry conditions related to Highwood is available in the Companys Annual Information Form (the AIF) for the year ended December 31, 2023
[SID_236] The AIF is available on the Companys website www.highwoodmgmt.com or on SEDAR+ www.sedarplus.com
[SID_236] Supply Chain Highwoods supply chain includes businesses that supply goods and services to the Company, which includes several trusted vendors, suppliers, contractors and subcontractors (collectively the Suppliers) involved in procuring goods and services that are required for Highwood operations
[SID_236] Highwood strives to build relationships with Suppliers who align with the Companys values and operate legally, ethically, and responsibly
[SID_236] Highwood has over 300 Suppliers that are engaged to provide goods and services to the Company
[SID_236] The Suppliers Highwood obtains goods and services from are primarily local and adhere to regulations in Canada for oil and gas production, which are among the highest standards in the world
[SID_236] Highwood has not identified any forced labour or child labour in our activities and supply chains
[SID_236] Policies and Due Diligence Policies Highwoods corporate governance policies communicate our high values and expectations of ourselves and our Suppliers
[SID_236] Highwood emphasized that we do not tolerate any form of forced labour or child labour at Highwood, nor with any of our Suppliers
[SID_236] Highwoods staff and Suppliers all play a role in ensuring that we carry out our business activities in an ethical, legal, and responsible manner
[SID_236] We have an expectation that staff and Suppliers will uphold our corporate governance policies which are available on our website
[SID_236] Policies in place at Highwood include
[SID_236] Code of Business Conduct and Ethics o Highwood is committed to conducting our business in an ethical, legal, and responsible manner
[SID_236] Our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics is the building block of Highwoods policies and sets out guiding principles on professional conduct and establishes that in performing their job duties, Highwood employees should always act ethically, legally, and responsibly in the best interests of Highwood
[SID_236] Whistleblower Policy o Highwoods Whistleblower Policy provides a system for staff to report concerns regarding any wrongdoing without the fear of any repercussions
[SID_236] The Whistleblower Policy is intended to encourage and enable employees to raise serious concerns within Highwood
[SID_236] The Whistleblower Policy applies to all staff working for Highwood
[SID_236] Furthermore, it is intended to provide a means for Suppliers, shareholders, etc to voice any concerns regarding Highwoods business conduct
[SID_236] Due Diligence
[SID_236] Highwood expects all staff and all Suppliers that we work with to adhere to the core principles and values that Highwood abides by, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations
[SID_236] Staff of Highwood all review Highwoods corporate governance policies and confirm in writing that they have read and understand the applicable policies
[SID_236] Highwood also takes steps to evaluate Suppliers to ensure their core principles and values adhere to the same levels as Highwood
[SID_236] In addition, Highwood is continuously monitoring the supply chain and business relationships; identifying and assessing any potential gaps in our operations and policies; and providing training and raising awareness to staff and Suppliers to ensure they have an understanding of modern slavery and the impact it has
[SID_236] Assessing Highwoods Risk
[SID_236] Overall, Highwood operates its business within Canada where there is a low risk of forced labour and child labour
[SID_236] Highwoods workforce is largely comprised of office workers and highly skilled oil and gas field workers, and we believe there is low risk of force labour or child labour within our operations
[SID_236] While Highwood operates in an area of low risk, we acknowledge that certain groups are particularly vulnerable to forced labour and child labour, including, but not limited to
[SID_236] Migrant workers
[SID_236] Contract or temporary workers
[SID_236] Ethnic and religious minorities; and
[SID_236] Young or student workers
[SID_236] Highwood continuously seeks to identify any risk areas within our business and supply chain, and if any are found, mitigate the risk and address the issue
[SID_236] We recognize our responsibility to ensure that forced labour and child labour are not used at any step of the production of goods, whether in Canada or elsewhere, by Highwood or within our supply chain
[SID_236] Below outlines just some of the actions Highwood has taken to address and mitigate these risks
[SID_236] Mapping our exploration and production activities (primarily in central Alberta)
[SID_236] Monitoring our Suppliers and working with Suppliers with strong ethical reputations
[SID_236] Developing and implementing due diligence policies and procedures to identify and address any use of forced labour and/or child labour in the organizations activities and supply chains; and
[SID_236] Encourage staff and Suppliers to report any concerns or suspicions of forced labour or child labour
[SID_236] Remediation Measures The risk of force labour and child labour is low in Canada and no instances were found in Highwoods business activities in 2023
[SID_236] As a result, Highwood has not taken any measures to remediate any forced labour or child labour
[SID_236] In addition, Highwood has not identified any loss of income to vulnerable families resulting from measures taken to eliminate the use of forced labour or child labour