Alberta Centre to End Trafficking in Persons

Human trafficking happens in Canada, to Canadians, and it’s happening here in Alberta. Thank you to the brave survivor who came forward. Thank you to @ALERT_AB for their commitment to pursuing justice. If you are a survivor of human trafficking, or suspect you know someone who is, do not hesitate to reach out. Survivors of human trafficking can call 211 for regional help in Alberta. In Alberta, victims are provided with support resources through ALERT’s Safety Network Coordinators. Link to CBC Story: loom.ly/tiLIQHw Together, we can end trafficking.

A Calgary man was recently sentenced to 12 years in prison after pleading guilty to human trafficking offences. Thank you to @ALERT_AB’s Human Trafficking Unit and law enforcement partners for their work leading to this conviction. Holding traffickers accountable is an important step in protecting our communities and supporting survivors of exploitation. Human trafficking is happening here in Alberta, but through awareness, collaboration and coordinated action we can stop it. Together we can end exploitation.

The Alberta Centre is thankful for the dedication and collaboration of the investigators and agencies involved in this arrest. To learn more about how the Alberta Centre supports a coordinated response to trafficking across Alberta, visit: loom.ly/Sx5YBKc.

The Alberta Centre is grateful to the investigators and agencies who made this arrest. To learn more about how the Alberta Centre supports a coordinated response to trafficking in Alberta, visit: albertacentre.ca.

The Supreme Court’s decision to remove mandatory minimum sentences for child sexual abuse material weakens accountability. CSAM and child sex trafficking are part of the same cycle of exploitation. Write to your MP or the Prime Minister — tell them to strengthen laws that protect children.

The Alberta Centre commends the Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS), Chief Bill Fordy, O.O.M., and the St. Catharines Standard for releasing the names of the man arrested for attempting to purchase sex from a minor. As Canada’s Chief Advisor to Combat Human Trafficking, Jennifer Richardson reminds us, transparency is essential to protecting vulnerable children and preventing exploitation. Publicly naming offenders helps deter future crimes, supports survivors, and fosters safer, more accountable communities. We encourage continued collaboration between law enforcement, media, and advocates to help end the demand for sexual exploitation.

The Alberta Centre acknowledges the leadership of the RCMP’s K Division Human Trafficking Unit and the law enforcement partners with whom they collaborated in this investigation.  Visit our LinkedIn page to read the full statement.

The Alberta Centre to End Trafficking in Persons recognizes and commends the efforts of Parkland RCMP and its partners for the arrests of 12 individuals. Visit our Linkedin page to read the full statement.

The Alberta Centre applauds Project Buffalo—a key step in protecting Indigenous girls & fighting human trafficking through strong, united law enforcement action. Visit our Linkedin page to read the full statement.

The Supreme Court of Canada has agreed to examine the constitutionality of a mandatory minimum sentence for purchasing sexual services from someone under age 18.  The rights and safety of children must be prioritized for the sake of justice and community well-being.

Increased accountability for human traffickers, including sentencing that reflects the gravity of the crime and its profound impact on the victims, is crucial in the fight against human trafficking. Read our full statement here: linkedin.com/posts/albertac…

Today is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day—but awareness alone isn’t enough. Awareness starts the conversation. Action ends exploitation. Join us—because together, we can end trafficking.

At the Alberta Centre to End Trafficking in Persons, we know that no single organization, government, or community can do this alone. That’s why we work alongside law enforcement, businesses, organizations, and individuals like you—because together, we can end trafficking.

Introducing the Alberta Centre to End Trafficking in Persons.   We’ve been building a strong foundation—now, we’re taking action. Our vision is clear: a future free from human trafficking and its devastating effects. This is just the beginning.

.@YourAlberta announces $21 million in new funding to implement our recommendations. Incredible community effort centred around survivors. Sincere thanks to everyone who assisted in this process.

We encourage all #Alberta community agencies to join the @HelpSeekerOrg database. By collaborating and sharing data, we can better serve individuals in need of support and resources. Visit search.helpseeker.org/search/listings to join, or find support in your area.

5 Pillars of Focus have directed the research and recommendations of the Task Force: Prevention, Protection, Prosecution, Partnerships, and Empowerment. Each Pillar will help #Alberta better address this issue locally, and support anti-#HumanTrafficking efforts nationally.

89% of police-reported #HumanTrafficking victims in Canada are under 35 years old. Vulnerable youth are targeted and exploited at an alarming rate here in #Alberta. “Prevention” is a key pillar of focus for the Task Force as recommendations for the province are established.

#HumanTrafficking victims often feel cared for/protected by their traffickers, like they’re part of a family or something important. Officers in #NovaScotia are trained to provide food, safe houses & more to build relationships with victims, replacing the “need” for a trafficker.

The Task Force has been presented with some of the most advanced leading practices in the anti-human trafficking community. Collaboration is one of the key components to effectively preventing, and intervening in #humantrafficking situations. (📷 @ALERT_AB)