Business and Human Rights

The Promise and Limitations of the New Canadian Business and Human Rights Ombudsperson

 The Promise and Limitations of the New Canadian Business and Human Rights Ombudsperson

On January 17, 2018 the Government of Canada announced the creation of a Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise (CORE).  This long-awaited announcement will be welcomed by many stakeholders and there are expectations that an Ombudsperson will be able to make a real difference in resolving human rights allegations. 

Transnational Human Rights Claims: Should the Parties Settle?

Transnational Human Rights Claims:  Should the Parties Settle?

Unthinkable even five years ago, a number of transnational human rights claims against companies are proceeding on the merits in Canadian courts.  These include claims made by overseas plaintiffs alleging slavery, rape, murder and battery.