VICTORIA - B.C. Attorney General and Minister of Justice Suzanne Anton and federal Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Steven Blaney are commending B.C.’s Office to Combat Trafficking in Persons (OCTIP) on the launch of its updated online training course, aimed at enhancing the ability of first responders and service providers to support victims of human trafficking.

The Second Edition of Human Trafficking: Canada is not immune has been updated to provide training to front-line service providers and first responders across Canada to help identify trafficked persons, support them and provide appropriate referral services for help and protection.

The update was developed through a contribution agreement with Public Safety Canada.

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