Nintendo of Canada announced a delay for Switch 2 preorders originally set to begin on April 9, 2025, aligning its schedule with the US delay that was prompted by the Trump administration's new tariffs. The company stated that updated information will follow, although the launch date remains fixed.

An OpenSecrets profile reveals that Nintendo Co reported political contributions of $40,663 and lobbying expenditures of $120,000 in the 2024 cycle, along with evidence that both lobbyists in 2023 and 2024 had previous government experience, highlighting notable revolving door activity.

Nintendo of America has outlined stringent supply chain standards requiring suppliers to adhere to responsible human rights and labor practices. The policy, detailed in the Nintendo Human Rights Policy and CSR Procurement Guidelines, prohibits forced and child labor in compliance with Canadian legislation.

Nintendo's official CSR page emphasizes its commitment to responsible and compliant manufacturing throughout its supply chain. This disclosure demonstrates an ongoing CSR initiative aimed at upholding ethical standards and labor rights.

Nintendo Co spent $120,000 on federal lobbying activities in 2024, as reported by OpenSecrets, raising concerns about corporate influence in political processes.

Nintendo, amid complaints from former employees alleging coercive anti-union practices including surveillance and retaliation, has denied such accusations and stated its intention to cooperate with the NLRB investigation. The company maintains that there have been no anti-union activities, despite multiple reports and personal accounts highlighting a restrictive and exploitative work environment.

A former employee of Nintendo of Canada alleges they were fired for engaging in protected union organizing activities, sparking accusations of union busting against the company.

On April 15, 2022, an anonymous former Nintendo worker filed a complaint with the National Labor Relations Board alleging coercive statements, retaliatory discharge, and surveillance after asking Nintendo of Canada's president about the company’s stance on unionization. The worker is demanding an apology as part of the settlement, raising concerns about the suppression of worker rights.

Nintendo of Canada, noticing that political mobilization on its Animal Crossing platform might draw unwanted scrutiny, released guidelines advising businesses to refrain from using the game for political promotion. The ambiguity in enforcement has raised concerns about corporate censorship and selective intervention in political activities.