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Zara Canada Faces Investigation Amid Claims of Uyghur Forced Labor in China
Sustainable Supply Chains

Zara Canada Faces Investigation Amid Claims of Uyghur Forced Labor in China

Zara Canada finds itself under scrutiny as investigations unfold regarding troubling allegations of Uyghur forced labor within its Chinese supply chain.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|November 9th, 2023|12:53 PM
Better Cotton's Expansion in Côte d’Ivoire Empowers Farmers
Sustainability Standards News

Better Cotton's Expansion in Côte d’Ivoire Empowers Farmers

Better Cotton is expanding its footprint in Côte d’Ivoire, aiming to support 200,000 farmers in the next five years through a strategic partnership with APROCOT-CI, focusing on comprehensive training and resources to boost sustainable cotton yields.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|November 21st, 2023|1:38 PM
The Clean Clothes Campaign Calls out Brands to Join the Pakistan Accord
Sustainable Supply Chains

The Clean Clothes Campaign Calls out Brands to Join the Pakistan Accord

The Clean Clothes Campaign urges fashion brands to sign the Pakistan Accord for workplace safety in the textile industry after the 11th anniversary of the Ali Enterprises factory fire that killed 250 workers.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|September 13th, 2023|3:38 PM
What the Modern Slavery Act Means for Canadian Apparel Brands
Sustainable Supply Chains

What the Modern Slavery Act Means for Canadian Apparel Brands

Recently, the bill went through a third reading in the House of Commons in March, and once passed, it will be a step forward in the fight against modern slavery in the apparel industry and other sectors in Canada.
Fashion Takes ActionFashion Takes Action
|May 2nd, 2023|2:30 PM
Ralph Lau​​ren Canada Comes Under Fire for Alleged Forced Labor
Sustainable Supply Chains

Ralph Lau​​ren Canada Comes Under Fire for Alleged Forced Labor

Ralph Lauren is under investigation for potential involvement in forced labor within its supply chain, linked to Chinese entities suspected of using Uyghur forced labor.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|August 24th, 2023|12:03 PM
Better Cotton and Search For Justice Join Forces to Combat Child Labor
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Better Cotton and Search For Justice Join Forces to Combat Child Labor

Better Cotton and Search For Justice unite with strong support to enhance child welfare, striving to eradicate child labor in cotton farming communities via an 18-month initiative backed by the Better Cotton Growth & Innovation Fund's Knowledge Partner fund.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|August 14th, 2023|5:24 PM
Beauty Company The Body Shop Joins the Fight Against Plastic
Sustainable Suppliers News

Beauty Company The Body Shop Joins the Fight Against Plastic

Pioneer brand in ethical beauty, The Body Shop simultaneously empowers Indian women and tackles plastic waste with its global campaign.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|October 6th, 2022|2:10 PM
Investor Pressure Drives Fashion Brands to Enhance Buying Practices
Sustainable Supply Chains

Investor Pressure Drives Fashion Brands to Enhance Buying Practices

Investors are pressuring fashion brands such as Burberry and Levi’s to improve their buying practices, driven by the recognition that sustainability is crucial for long-term financial success.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|May 17th, 2023|6:36 AM
Fair Wear and GoodWeave Team up to Fight Child and Forced Labor
Sustainability Standards News

Fair Wear and GoodWeave Team up to Fight Child and Forced Labor

Fair Wear Foundation and GoodWeave International join forces to combat child and forced labor in hidden supply chain corners, their expertise gaining significance with impending EU human rights legislation.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|August 23rd, 2023|12:37 PM
B Corp Movement Now Amounts to 1,000 Companies in Europe
Sustainable Supply Chains

B Corp Movement Now Amounts to 1,000 Companies in Europe

B Corp certification represents one of the many ways for companies to demonstrate, through action, real social benefit to make a small, big change in the world.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|October 5th, 2022|4:07 PM