Strong and Steady Saskatchewan: Government Introduces Legislation to Strengthen Saskatchewan's Response to Human Trafficking
CANADA, November 3 - Released on November 2, 2026
Today, Saskatchewan introduced new human trafficking legislation to create new reporting requirements for the hospitality sector, enhance investigatory powers for police, and improve protections for victims.
"Human trafficking is a serious crime that causes lasting harm to victims, families and communities," Justice Minister and Attorney General Tim McLeod, K.C., said. "These amendments build on our government's commitment to combat human trafficking and hold offenders accountable. We will continue our work to disrupt trafficking activities and hold offenders accountable while keeping our communities safe."
Human trafficking is often concealed and highly mobile. As a result, hotels, motels and short-term vacation rentals are often used as locations for human trafficking activities. The proposed amendments will require hotel operators, online accommodation platforms and driver-for-hire services to report suspected incidents of human trafficking to police.
The legislation would also:
- Require hotel operators to maintain more detailed customer registers;
- Authorize police to demand access to customer registers when there are reasonable grounds to believe the information may assist in locating a victim of human trafficking;
- Require police to complete written reports and annual reporting when access to a register has been requested; and
- Update provisions relating to victims with coerced debts.
"Hospitality Saskatchewan supports these proposed amendments and the province's continued commitment to combatting human trafficking," Hospitality Saskatchewan President and CEO Jim Bence said. "Hotels, motels and other accommodation providers are often in a unique position to recognize the warning signs of trafficking activity. Strengthened reporting requirements and clear legislative direction will help our industry continue working alongside law enforcement and community partners to identify potential victims, report suspected activity and contribute to safer communities across Saskatchewan."
Human trafficking does not always involve crossing borders. Many victims are exploited within their own communities through false job offers or informal work arrangements that take advantage of their need for income, housing, or support. Others may be exploited by those they trust, including family members or intimate partners.
Saskatchewan's recent public awareness campaign on human trafficking reached over 600,000 people and gained international recognition, earning two Gold Awards at the Viddy Awards. The awards recognize excellence in video and digital communications and are administered by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP).
The campaign is scheduled to run again this fall.
To learn more about the campaign and to access human trafficking services and resources, visit: stoptrafficking.ca.
For more information about Saskatchewan's ongoing efforts to stop human trafficking, see:
Saskatchewan Shines a Light on Human Trafficking | News and Media | Government of Saskatchewan.
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