About us
CANCARO empowers Black communities globally through advocacy, research, education,
and data-driven solutions for justice and equity.
CANCARO: Organization and Experience
Dedicated to combating human trafficking and empowering individuals, CANCARO is a leading voice in promoting social justice and ending modern-day slavery.
The Canadian, Migration, and Counter Trafficking in Persons Organisation (CANCARO) is a non-profit organization with a mission to equip, motivate, and support victims of human trafficking and their communities. We aim to end modern-day slavery by promoting social justice, advocating for decent work for all, and empowering individuals through education and research.
CANCARO focuses on educating at-risk youth, raising awareness, and reducing human trafficking incidents. Through strong collaboration with anti-trafficking support services, advocates, and experts, we are building a network of change-makers in Ontario, Canada, the Caribbean, and other nations to create lasting solutions and a future free from exploitation.
Research and Community Involvement
CANCARO empowers communities by providing research-driven tools, training, and strategies to combat human trafficking effectively.
CANCARO conducts extensive research, training, and consultancy to combat human trafficking, equipping communities with tools such as awareness programs, targeted assessments, and effective intervention strategies. We collaborate with community organizations, school boards, law enforcement, and governments to develop tailored curricula and materials.
Our approach emphasizes empowering local professionals and community stakeholders who are already making an impact. By recognizing and honoring the expertise of leaders, caretakers, and influencers, we ensure our methods are culturally responsive and sustainable. This commitment allows us to create meaningful, lasting change while respecting the values and experiences of Black and Indigenous peoples.


Understanding Human Trafficking in Canada
Human trafficking exploits individuals for economic gain through forced labor, sexual exploitation, or coercion. It affects vulnerable populations across regions, including Ontario, where sex trafficking is most prevalent. Understanding the root causes and at-risk groups is key to combating this global issue.
What is Human Trafficking?
Exploitation of individuals for forced labor or sexual exploitation for economic gain.
Impact and Scope
Human trafficking is a global issue, with notable cases in Ontario, especially sex trafficking.
Contributing Factors
Poverty, restrictive immigration policies, and demand for cheap labor drive human trafficking.
Vulnerable Populations
Groups at higher risk include women, LGBTQ individuals, ethnic minorities, and those exposed to violence.
Human Trafficking Statistics in Ontario
This section highlights key statistics and trends related to human trafficking
in Ontario, revealing critical data gaps.
- Over 70% of human trafficking victims identified by police in Canada are under the age of 25.
- The average age of recruitment into sex trafficking is as young as 13 years old.
- Approximately two-thirds of police-reported human trafficking cases in Canada occur in Ontario.
- Less than 15% of human trafficking cases are actually reported to the police.
- People of color and other minority groups are 10 times more likely to be victims of human trafficking in Ontario.
- The majority of individuals convicted of human trafficking crimes in Ontario and Canada are people of color, particularly young Black men.
- There are significant gaps in data collection on human trafficking in Ontario.
- Human trafficking is most prevalent along key routes, including the Ontario-Quebec corridor, Highway 11, Highway 400, Simcoe County, Muskoka, and the 401 corridor between Hamilton, London, and Windsor.
- Data from law enforcement agencies is not standardized according to the Human Trafficking Victimization format.