Canada, as a G7 ally, joined other nations in imposing sanctions on two Israeli far-right government ministers to pressure the Israeli government amid the Gaza conflict. The measure was reported in a US cable and highlights Canada's diplomatic engagement against authoritarian and extremist influences.

In response to an incident in the occupied West Bank where Israeli troops fired warning shots at a diplomatic delegation, Canadian leadership, including the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, condemned the action and summoned the Israeli ambassador to Ottawa, calling the incident 'totally unacceptable.'

The Government of Canada has released guidelines on ethical procurement that emphasize safeguarding federal supply chains from forced labour, child labour, and human trafficking. The measures stress the importance of open, fair, and transparent contracting, and require government suppliers to adhere to ethical standards.

The 2023-24 Annual Report from the Commissioner of Lobbying of Canada details significant measures to reinforce transparency and accountability in federal lobbying. Key improvements include linking registration details to subject matters, streamlining timely filings, and the implementation of an updated Lobbyists’ Code of Conduct that enhances public oversight.

During the 2023-2024 fiscal year, Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) significantly strengthened its ethical procurement framework by updating its Code of Conduct, expanding anti-forced labour clauses, and engaging with both domestic and international stakeholders. These measures are aimed at preventing human trafficking, forced labour, and child labour in federal supply chains.

The National Research Council Canada (NRC) published its 2023–24 annual report detailing the implementation of robust anti-forced labour and child labour measures within Canadian supply chains. The report outlines the integration of anti-forced labour clauses in procurement contracts, adherence to updated procurement policies, and various due diligence measures following the enactment of Senate Public Bill S-211 effective January 1, 2024.

FINTRAC's annual report for fiscal year 2023-24 highlights that Public Services and Procurement Canada has incorporated anti-forced labour clauses into all goods contracts to prevent forced and child labour in Canadian supply chains. This measure is part of broader efforts to protect labour rights and ensure ethical supply chain practices.

In 2023, intensive lobbying by Canada’s fossil fuel industry resulted in over 1,255 meetings with federal ministries, including key agencies such as NRCan and ECCC. This persistent effort aimed to weaken environmental regulations and delay effective climate action, raising concerns over regulatory capture and undue political influence.

A report by the University of Toronto's Citizen Lab reveals that Netsweeper technology, developed by a Canadian company, is being used in 10 countries to censor internet content including LGBTQ+ topics, political campaigns, and human rights information, thereby supporting authoritarian practices.

An investigative report reveals that Netsweeper's internet filtering technology, developed in Canada, is being used in 10 countries to censor online content including news, religious information, LGBTQ+ resources, and political discourse. This raises serious concerns regarding human rights violations and the facilitation of state-sponsored censorship.