mila-ai4h/AIMS.au huggingface dataset:
[SID_349] Over the last 140 years, Darling Ingredients has become an important platform for extracting the hidden potential of our worlds resources and turning them into sustainable solutions for everyday life
[SID_349] We take what would typically be considered refuse and efficiently transform it into invaluable ingredients and in-demand products
[SID_349] In the meat production process, only about 50% of an animal makes it to a dinner plate
[SID_349] Keeping the other 50% out of landfills and incinerators requires innovative, sustainable solutions
[SID_349] Darling Ingredients creates those solutions, repurposing approximately 15% of the worlds meat industry waste into value added products, including essential products like green energy, renewable diesel, collagen, fertilizer, animal proteins and meals, and pet food ingredients
[SID_349] Our innovative services not only prevent waste from entering landfills but also reduce waste-related emissions around the world
[SID_349] In Canada, DICI collects animal by-products and used cooking oil from the food processing and restaurant industry
[SID_349] The animal byproducts are transported back to our facilities and rendered into fats and proteins
[SID_349] The fat is sold as ingredients into the renewable diesel market, agricultural feed or pet food market
[SID_349] The proteins are sold as ingredients into the agricultural feed, pet food or the fertilizer industry
[SID_349] The finished products are shipped to customers within Canada and the United States by rail, an outside trucking company or our own truck fleet
[SID_349] Our Supply Chain DICIs raw material supply chain is primarily made up of the agricultural and restaurant industries
[SID_349] Within the agricultural and restaurant industries, animal by-products and used cooking oil are the main input of raw material that produces our finished products
[SID_349] For non-raw material suppliers, utility companies supply DICI with natural gas and hydro for our production process
[SID_349] In addition, DICI uses rail lines and trucking companies to transport our products to their end users
[SID_349] Our Policies At Darling Ingredients, we conduct business ethically and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
[SID_349] Our policies are based on our core values of integrity, transparency and entrepreneurship
[SID_349] We do not not condone or tolerate efforts or activities to achieve results through illegal or unethical dealings
[SID_349] These policies extend to our operations throughout the world, including our operations in Canada
[SID_349] We have developed the Darling Code of Conduct, Supplier Code of Conduct and Human Rights Policy to set clear expectations for our employees and suppliers
[SID_349] These documents outline the way we conduct business and are intended to embed responsible business conduct into our everyday actions
[SID_349] Specifically in our Supplier Code of Conduct and Human Rights Policy, we prohibit the use of child labour, forced or compulsory labour, and human trafficking
[SID_349] We will not do business with individuals or companies that abuse the rights of others
[SID_349] In addition, we have developed a Speak Up Line and Retaliation Policy
[SID_349] This allows and encourages employees and third parties to report any violations to our Code of Conduct or policies in an anonymous and confidential manner
[SID_349] Darling Ingredients, including DICI, uses an independent third party to operate a hotline that is available 24/7, 365 days a year with translation and interpretation support
[SID_349] Due Diligence Our supply chain in Canada includes more than 11,000 raw material suppliers, which is comprised of food processing facilities, livestock farms, grocery and retail stores
[SID_349] Within this mix, 95% of our raw material comes from our top 200 suppliers
[SID_349] This year, 70% of our raw material supply chain have attested to follow our Supplier Code of Conduct and Human Rights Policy or provided their own equivalent policy
[SID_349] Over the next two years, DICI plans to work with the remaining top suppliers on signature authorization of our Supplier Code of Conduct
[SID_349] Forced and Child Labour Risk To evaluate the risk in the DICI supply chain, we mapped and grouped our supply chain by major classification
[SID_349] Using these classifications, we evaluated our direct suppliers and the source of their direct supply
[SID_349] Based on this exercise, we do not see significant risk due to the geographic location (predominantly Canada, almost entirely North America) and the nature of the agricultural industry in which we operate
[SID_349] Darling International Canada Inc Supply Chain Map
[SID_349] Remediation Measures and Remediation of Loss of Income DICI has not experienced forced or child labour within its activities or supply chain, as such the question of remediation is not applicable
[SID_349] Training on Forced and Child Labour Annually, Darling Ingredients requires all employees, including DICI employees, to review and complete training on our Darling Code of Conduct
[SID_349] The Code of Conduct includes a section on human rights, which specifically cites forced and child labour as a prohibited practice
[SID_349] The training is an interactive web-based program
[SID_349] Employees watch videos and read sections of content and answer knowledge testing questions throughout the training
[SID_349] The training is adaptive learning which means employees will continue to test until questions are answered correctly
[SID_349] Furthermore, at the end of the training all employees attest to follow Darlings Code of Conduct
[SID_349] Assessing effectiveness DICI does not have a formal policy or audit procedure in place to assess the effectiveness of ensuring forced and child labour are not being used in their activities and supply chain
[SID_349] Through our Supplier Code of Conduct and Human Rights Policy, DICI has engaged with their top suppliers to ensure there is alignment of high ethical standards and being a partner of choice that uphold fundamental human rights, including the prohibition of forced and child labour
[SID_351] Report on Forced and Child Labour in Supply Chains Fiscal Year 2023
[SID_351] Gillfor Distribution Inc (Gillfor) is committed to building partnerships from coast-to-coast with premier vendors and customers by promoting the highest quality products and providing exceptional service through an honest, engaged and dedicated team
[SID_351] Gillfor is committed to understanding our supply chain and implementing measures to prevent and reduce the risk of forced labour or child labour in its operating activities and in those of its supply chain
[SID_351] Structure/Activities/Supply Chain
[SID_351] Gillfor Distribution Inc is a leading distributor of building products in Canada
[SID_351] Gillfor Distribution is Canadas largest privately held distribution company and is proudly 100% Canadian owned and operated
[SID_351] With 13 strategically located distribution centers across Canada, Gillfor Distribution is your one stop shop for residential, commercial and industrial building materials from coast to coast
[SID_351] During the 2023 Fiscal Year, virtually all of Gillfors purchases were made from North American Suppliers
[SID_351] With approximately 75% of Gillfors business coming from the sale of lumber and other forestry products which is sourced from within Canada and the US, the risk of forced labour or child labour is mitigated
[SID_351] Gillfor does understand that Canadian and US suppliers may source products from other downstream suppliers and we are reviewing best practices to diminish any potential risk from outside sources
[SID_351] Policies and Due Diligence
[SID_351] Gillfor is committed to strengthening and enforcing policies to ensure that we are purchasing from Companies that are committed to reducing or omitting the risk of forced labour and child labour in the supply chain
[SID_351] As part of Gillfors commitment to fight against forced labour and child labour in supply chains, Gillfor is dedicated to perform employee training to help employees identify and report any suspected instances, more notably on the purchasing side
[SID_351] We encourage our employees to know the supplier and perform plant tours, to speak up and ask questions
[SID_351] Risk Assessment
[SID_351] Gillfor has long term relationships with many our suppliers
[SID_351] The risk of forced labour and child labour in the supply chain is minimal due to the location of our suppliers, many of which are public companies
[SID_351] Gillfors global supply chain is limited to countries where protection against breaches of human rights are limited
[SID_351] The nature of Gillfors business is wholesale distribution of lumber and building materials
[SID_351] This is a low sector risk company as the majority of the business is not purchasing manufactured goods
[SID_351] Transaction risks are low as Gillfor is dealing with Canadian and US banks only
[SID_351] The supplier and business partnerships that have been established are long term partnerships and an excellent knowledge of partners operations and policies has been established
[SID_351] Any new relationships we believe would be low risk as proper due diligence is conducted
[SID_351] In accordance with the requirements of the Act, and in particular section 11 thereof, I attest that I have reviewed the information contained in the report for the entity listed above
[SID_351] Based on my knowledge, and having exercised 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_351] ______________________
[SID_351] May 28, 2024 Navjot Dosanjh
[SID_351] Date
[SID_351] President/CEO Gillfor Distribution Inc
[SID_352] Dear Stakeholders
[SID_352] On May 11, 2023, the Canadian government introduced Bill S-211, Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act (the Act), which came into effect January 1, 2024
[SID_352] The Act imposes an obligation on certain government institutions and private-sector entities to report on the measures taken to prevent and reduce the risk that forced labour or child labour is used by them or in their supply chains
[SID_352] The Act provides for an inspection regime applicable to entities and gives the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness (the Minister) the power to require an entity to provide certain information
[SID_352] Pursuant to the Act, entities must, on or before May 31 of each year, submit a report to the Minister which includes
[SID_352] the steps the entity has taken during its 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_352] its structure, activities and supply chains
[SID_352] its policies and due diligence processes in relation to forced labour and child labour
[SID_352] the parts of its business and supply chains that carry a risk of forced labour or child labour being used and the steps it has taken to assess and manage that risk
[SID_352] any measures taken to remediate any forced labour or child labour
[SID_352] any measures taken to remediate the loss of income to the most vulnerable families that results from any measure taken to eliminate the use of forced labour or child labour in its activities and supply chains
[SID_352] the training provided to employees on forced labour and child labour; and
[SID_352] how the entity assesses its effectiveness in ensuring that forced labour and child labour are not being used in its business and supply chains
[SID_352] PesoRama Inc (PesoRama), together with its wholly-owned subsidiaries, PesoRama Holdings Inc., Canmex Dollar Stores, S.A
[SID_352] de C.V., Joi Canadian Stores, S.A
[SID_352] de C.V., PesoRama Stores Services, S.A
[SID_352] de C.V., and PesoRama Consulting Services, S.A
[SID_352] de C.V., (altogether, the Company), meet the guidelines of an entity that is required to report under the Act, and is therefore releasing this report as part of meeting these reporting requirements, for the year ended January 31, 2024
[SID_352] Joi Canadian Stores brand (Joi), a wholly- owned subsidiary of PesoRama, operates discount retail stores in Mexico, offering consumers a high variety of products, providing Mexican shoppers in dense urban areas the same convenience, quality, and consistency as dollar stores in Canada and the United States
[SID_352] In doing so, the Company utilizes a global supply chain
[SID_352] The Company is committed to upholding human rights and working conditions across its supply chain, and this includes identifying ways to ensure that forced labour and child labour is not being used
[SID_352] PesoRama nor its wholly owned subsidiaries own or have financial interest in any manufacturing facility, but the Company works with global suppliers, as well as suppliers within Mexico
[SID_352] The global economy brings people together from around the world who contribute to the creation of a product, from extracting materials, to processing, production, packaging and transportation to the Companys stores, through to the final sale to its customers
[SID_352] There is a risk that along the Companys supply chain, forced labour or child labour could be used, whether in the manufacturing facility of one of our suppliers, in the operations of raw material providers to those suppliers, or by logistics companies that are involved in the transport of raw materials or finished goods
[SID_352] All employees of the Company are governed by a code of conduct (the Code of Conduct)
[SID_352] One of the requirements for employment at PesoRama or any of its wholly owned subsidiaries is to sign the Code of Conduct, understanding that any violations of the Code of Conduct can result in discipline or loss of employment
[SID_352] The Code of Conduct states that no minors will work for the Company as well as expressing the compliance with the laws and regulations of Mexico
[SID_352] Under the Political Constitution of the United Mexican States, the minimum age for employment is 15 years of age
[SID_352] The Political Constitution of the United Mexican States also prescribes a prohibition of children over 15, and under 18 years of age who have not finished their compulsory basic education, except in the event of an authorization from the competent labour authority, which decides whether employment is compatible with studying
[SID_352] The Company requires proof of identification to accurately verify the age of each potential employee
[SID_352] Suppliers are governed by the Protocol of Suppliers (the Protocol)
[SID_352] As part of the onboarding process, all suppliers are required to sign and acknowledge the terms of the Protocol set forth by the Company
[SID_352] The Company reserves the right to terminate the relationship with any supplier or factory that violates the Protocol
[SID_352] All facilities producing direct import merchandise, as well as Mexican facilities that produce merchandise for PesoRama or its wholly owned subsidiaries are visited by management on a regular basis
[SID_352] During these visits, not only is the manufacturing process and product quality examined, but also the working conditions of the suppliers employees
[SID_352] To date, the Company has not identified the use of forced labour or child labour by any of its suppliers, and therefore has not had to take any remediation measures
[SID_352] The Company only seeks partnerships with those who share its core values and beliefs about the fair treatment of people
[SID_352] The Company knows that its customers, shareholders, and employees trust the Company to responsibly source the products that are sold by PesoRama and its wholly owned subsidiaries
[SID_352] The Companys resolve on this remains the same regardless of where in the world the Company conducts its business
[SID_352] In accordance with the requirements of the Act, and in particular section 11 thereof, I attest that I have reviewed the information contained in the report for the entity or entities listed above
[SID_352] Based on my knowledge, and having exercised 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_352] Rahim Bhaloo Chief Executive Officer May 23th, 2024 I have the authority to bind Pesorama Inc, Pesorama, Holdings
[SID_356] {01992982; 2; 4770-3 }{01992982; 2; 2704-9 } {3334245; 3; 02704-016} SCHEDULE A LEAFFILTER NORTH OF CANADA, INC
[SID_356] FIGHTING AGAINST FORCED LABOUR AND CHILD LABOUR IN SUPPLY CHAINS FISCAL YEAR 2023 REPORT Introduction This report is made in accordance with the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chain Act for LeafFilter North of Canada, Inc (LeafFilter, we or us)
[SID_356] The report, for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023 (Fiscal 2023), includes steps taken to prevent and reduce risks of child labour and forced labour in our operations and supply chains
[SID_356] Structure, Activities and Supply Chain LeafFilter is a home improvement company focused on providing leading gutter cover systems
[SID_356] LeafFilter is based in Mississauga, Ontario and operates across Canada
[SID_356] LeafFilter employs 242 employees in Canada across 13 field office locations and 2 distribution centres
[SID_356] LeafFilter imports its finished goods from its United States suppliers, including its US affiliate, who import certain pieces of raw goods from various countries, including a small percentage from China
[SID_356] LeafFilter is part of a broader group of companies, known as the Leaf Home group of companies (Leaf Home)
[SID_356] As LeafFilter is part of Leaf Home, all of Leaf Homes procedures and policies as set out below apply to LeafFilter
[SID_356] Steps Taken to Prevent and Reduce Risks in Fiscal 2023 LeafFilter is committed to the health, safety, and wellbeing of its employees
[SID_356] We strive to not only meet but exceed employee expectations as an employer of choice in the marketplace
[SID_356] We are committed to conduct our business with integrity and in compliance with applicable laws
[SID_356] In 2023, Leaf Home: x Conducted an internal assessment to develop an action plan for improvements to make to supply chain management; x Conducted an assessment of existing key suppliers by connecting with them to assess their existing risk mitigation strategies; x Developed and launched the Leaf Home Master Vendor Contracts
[SID_356] The US entitys import contracts now include language focused on social and ethical responsibilities, health and safety requirements, and labor laws
[SID_356] All import suppliers are required to supply Leaf Home with the results of a 3rd party conducted social audit which must be scheduled immediately after the first Purchase Order is placed;         
[SID_356] {01992982; 2; 4770-3 }{01992982; 2; 2704-9 } {3334245; 3; 02704-016} x Established a partnership with Bureau Veritas as a governance resource to conduct any needed social audits on behalf of Leaf Home; x Started the framework for a supplier questionnaire, with targeted social compliance questions, as part of our vetting process for new partners; and x Created a robust Vendor Relationship Guide, which will be launched in 2024
[SID_356] The Vendor Relationship Guide will include language specific to a Vendor Workplace Code of Conduct, a factory audit program, and the consequences of non-compliance
[SID_356] Policies and Due Diligence Processes Corporate Code of Conduct LeafFilter abides by the Leaf Home Corporate Code of Business Conduct and Ethics
[SID_356] The Code promotes and expects ethical behaviour in all aspects of our business
[SID_356] The applies to all LeafFilter employees, affiliates, suppliers, contractors, and associates of the Company
[SID_356] Failure to follow our Code can result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment
[SID_356] Conduct not consistent with our Code may also result in the termination of the business relationship with LeafFilter
[SID_356] Other processes Leaf Home has established an ESG Steering Committee to oversee and execute aspects of ESG strategy and governance including finance, legal, human capital management, and operations, including for LeafFilter
[SID_356] Forced Labour and Child Labour Risks Through Leaf Home, we have started the process of identifying risks of forced labour and child labour in our supply chain
[SID_356] This process has included performing a Leaf Home Assessment and Existing Supplier Assessments
[SID_356] x Through the Leaf Home Assessment, we have identified that the greatest risk of child/and or forced labour are products sourced by its US affiliate suppliers from China
[SID_356] Through Leaf Homes Existing Supplier Assessments, Leaf Home has worked with the US affiliate suppliers to connect with all key suppliers to assess their existing risk mitigation strategies
[SID_356] The US affiliate has established that both import and domestic suppliers recognize the need for transparency in the supply chain and are willing to work on mitigation strategies in partnership with us to reduce any risks
[SID_356] The internal assessment and assessment of suppliers, development of the Leaf Home Master Vendor Contracts and Vendor Relationship Guide, establishment of the partnership with Bureau Veritas, and the vetting process for new partners are steps we have taken to mitigate risks of forced labour or child labour
[SID_356] Remediation Measures LeafFilter has not identified any instances of forced labour or child labour in its activities or supply chains
[SID_356] For that reason, remediation measures for instances of forced labour or child labour or for loss of income to the most vulnerable families have not arisen
[SID_356] {01992982; 2; 4770-3 }{01992982; 2; 2704-9 } {3334245; 3; 02704-016} We remain committed to take steps to respond and remediate in the event instances forced labour or child labour are discovered
[SID_356] Training Our employees are required to take a virtual training course on our Corporate Code of Business Conduct and Ethics on an annual basis
[SID_356] Employees are also required to acknowledge the Code annually
[SID_356] However, this training does not specifically cover risks of forced or child labour
[SID_356] Assessing Effectiveness We remain committed to further developing and continuously refining our policies, procedures, and programs as we learn more about the risks in our supply chain and ways to mitigate them
[SID_356] This Report is approved and attested pursuant to subsection 11(4)(a) and subsection 11(5) of the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chain Act
[SID_356] I have the authority to bind the LeafFilter North of Canada, Inc
[SID_356] ___________________________ Name: Joseph A
[SID_356] Saldutti, Jr Title: Vice President & Secretary Date: May 31, 2024
[SID_357] 1 Forced Labour and Child Labour in Canadian Supply Chains Report Summary
[SID_357] The Casinos are dedicated to adhering to high ethical standards in all facets of our operations
[SID_357] Our company practices and policies are designed to ensure we operate in an ethical and responsible manner
[SID_357] Our core values of Winning Attitude, Wining Culture, and Winning Energy aim to build a place of belonging that promotes diversity, inclusion, transparency, and a team centered culture to draw on the differences of who we are, what weve experienced, and how we think
[SID_357] We require fair and responsible labour practices throughout our companies and from our vendors
[SID_357] Reporting Requirements This report is prepared to comply with Bill S211, Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act
[SID_357] This report satisfies the reporting obligations outlined by Public Safety Canada and the Government of Canada
[SID_357] Reporting Year This report is prepared for the 2023 reporting year
[SID_357] Reporting Group This is a joint report and includes the following entities which are under common control and operate under common management