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FAQ

Questions about sweatshops:

What is a maquila?

What is a sweatshop?

Why do some companies employ children?

Won't abolishing child labour just hurt working children and their families?

What kind of regulations would protect the rights of children and youth?

What seems like a low wage for consumers and activists in Northern countries may be okay in those countries, right? Aren't they paid the minimum wage!

Will asking for improved conditions mean the cost of clothing will go up?

Why don't sweatshop workers just find other work or organize a union?

Isn't it good that these workers at least have a job?

What are garment workers doing to improve their situation?

Isn't it the government's job to make sure there are decent working conditions?

Questions from consumers:

What can I do as a consumer?

Shouldn't we just "buy Canadian"?

How can I find out where my clothes were made?

Are you asking us to boycott companies?

Where can I get a list of sweat-free products or companies?

Questions about companies:

What is a company code of conduct?

The information posted on your website dates back a few years. Where can I find recent information on a specific company? How can I find out what happened since your latest campaign?

What is the current stand of Maquila Solidarity Network on Gildan Activewear?

What information do you have on Wal-Mart's practices, especially with respect to the working conditions, treatment, etc. of its workers who make its goods?

I have a small business and I am looking to outsource to Mexico. I care about working conditions. Can you put me in touch with a manufacturing facility that respects labour standards?

Questions about No Sweat purchasing/licensing policies:

What can I do to make sure my school or workplace clothing is made under decent conditions?

What is the No Sweat campaign?

Why adopt a No Sweat policy?

Why not just boycott companies that violate worker rights?

Isn't a "Made in Canada" policy good enough?

Will some workers lose their jobs if a No Sweat policy is adopted?

What's included in a No Sweat policy?

Can No Sweat policies be challenged under international trade rules?

How does a No Sweat policy work?

Why are factory disclosure and transparent reporting so important?

Would we have to pay more for sweat-free clothing?

How do I convince my school board, university or municipal government to adopt a No Sweat policy?

How do I get involved in a No Sweat campaign?

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