What should I do if I suspect trafficking or need help?
For individuals seeking immediate support or wanting to report concerns.
Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline
A 24/7, confidential, multilingual service connecting victims and survivors with emergency services, law enforcement, and social supports. Also accepts public tips.
This is the primary number to call if you suspect trafficking or need immediate help.
Canadian Crimestoppers
A nation-wide program with local programs for submitting tips on suspected trafficking. No personal information is displayed when calling or submitting your tip online. Please note: If you are involved in an emergency and need police assistance, please do not submit a tip to Crime Stoppers but call 911 immediately.
Cybertip.ca – Online Harms
Keeping up with new technology and online trends can be difficult. Cybertip.ca is a tipline and resource hub to help keep your family safe online.
Global Modern Slavery Directory
The Global Modern Slavery Directory (GMSD) is an international searchable database with Hotlines, Services with options to search by Trafficking Type, Industry and more.
What is human trafficking and how does it happen?
Sex Trafficking – The Canadian Centre to End Human Trafficking
Overview of sex trafficking in Canada, including definitions, signs, and national context. A good starting point for anyone new to the issue.
How It Happens – The Canadian Centre to End Human Trafficking
Explains common recruitment and control tactics traffickers use. Helpful for parents, educators, and community members to recognize red flags.
What is Sex Trafficking - Fight4Freedom
Mobilizing Communities to Disrupt Sexual Exploitation and Sex Trafficking in Canada – #NotInMyCity
Educational resources focused on community-based action and awareness campaigns.
Aura Freedom: Human Trafficking Info Hub
A comprehensive hub with survivor stories, data, and advocacy resources. Great for community groups, students, and activists looking to deepen their understanding.
ACT Alberta
Hidden forms of trafficking, toolkits, documentaries and more.
The Reading Stone – The Survivor’s Lens to Human Trafficking
Survivor-led perspective on trafficking, with stories and resources. Valuable for both awareness and empathy-building.
I’m worried about myself or someone else — what support exists?
For survivors, loved ones, or advocates looking for support and pathways out.
Getting Out: A National Framework for Escaping Human Trafficking for Sexual Exploitation in Canada
A national strategy outlining how survivors can safely exit trafficking and access support services.
Survivor Resources (U.S.)
U.S.-based support for survivors, advocates, and professionals. Useful if working across borders or supporting American survivors in Canada.
Human Trafficking Resources & Survivor Support – Created by Survivors
Survivor-designed tools for survivors and allies — focuses on empowerment, rebuilding lives, and navigating systems.
Global Modern Slavery Directory
The Polaris managed Global Modern Slavery Directory (GMSD) is an interactive international database connecting survivors and advocates to support services around the world.
How can I learn more or get trained?For community members, educators, or professionals seeking deeper education.
TC Online Institute (Timea Nagy) | Science of Trauma
Offers education for professionals and individuals to better understand trauma and healing. Useful background knowledge for anyone supporting survivors.
MSHT Response Certificate – Salvation Army
Certificate training for identifying and responding to human trafficking in Canada. Ideal for service providers, educators, and first responders.
Blog – The Canadian Centre to End Human Trafficking
Articles and stories that highlight survivor voices, policy updates, and trends in trafficking prevention and response.
Learn More About Human Trafficking in Alberta — ACT Alberta
Provincial-level data, trends, and resources specific to Alberta’s context.
Anti-Human Trafficking Intelligence Initiative Video Library
Recordings from the “Follow Money Fight Slavery” summits, focusing on financial crime, technology, and trafficking networks. Useful for professionals in law enforcement, tech, and finance.
Ontario Online Training Initiative to Address Human Trafficking
Online modules for service providers and community members supporting survivors.
Project Arachnid Podcast by TVO
Explores Canada’s online exploitation response through interviews and survivor stories. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.
For Parents
The Canadian Centre to End Human Trafficking
Guidance for parents on talking to youth and recognizing signs of exploitation, both online and offline and creating safe spaces.
Empowering parents to talk to youth about risks online
Safeguarding Our Families Online Pro Tips from Subject Matter Experts
Follow the Money Fight Slavery 2024 Summit recordings.
How can I take action or get involved?
For individuals and communities ready to advocate, volunteer, or mobilize.
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