Modern Slavery Statement — Garden Maintenance Edmonton

Garden Maintenance Edmonton is committed to preventing modern slavery and human trafficking in all forms across our operations and supply chains. This statement sets out our policies and actions to ensure that our Edmonton garden maintenance services adhere to the highest ethical standards. We operate a zero-tolerance policy toward forced labour, debt bondage, child labour, and any form of exploitation. Our approach combines clear governance, staff training, supplier engagement and continuous monitoring to protect workers and communities affected by our activities.

We recognise that garden maintenance in Edmonton and related landscape services can involve complex supply chains, seasonal workers and subcontractors. To manage these risks we apply risk-based due diligence, targeted supplier checks and contractual clauses that require compliance with anti-slavery laws. All employees, contractors and partners are expected to comply with our policies; breaches may result in termination of contracts and referral to appropriate authorities. Our Edmonton garden maintenance teams are trained to spot indicators of exploitation and to escalate concerns.

Supplier audits and due diligence

Our supplier audit programme is a core control. We carry out regular assessments of suppliers, including on-site audits, documentation reviews and worker interviews where feasible. Audits evaluate pay practices, working hours, recruitment fees, accommodation and freedom of movement. Audit outcomes inform a risk rating and corrective action plans. We maintain a preferred supplier list and require suppliers to confirm they have:

• No recruitment fees charged to workers
• Legal right to work checks and transparent pay records
• Safe and voluntary working conditions without coercion

Where suppliers fail to remediate issues, we will escalate — from increased monitoring to contract termination.

Reporting channels and protection for whistleblowers

We provide multiple reporting channels to make it easy and safe to raise concerns about modern slavery linked to our garden care Edmonton activities. Staff and third parties can report concerns through confidential internal channels, anonymously where permitted, and via secure third-party reporting where available. Reports are investigated promptly by a designated compliance team. We operate a non-retaliation policy: anyone raising a concern in good faith will be protected from retaliation, disciplinary action or unfair treatment. Reports are treated with confidentiality and handled sensitively to protect victims and witnesses.

Our compliance framework includes routine training for managers and frontline teams on identifying signs of exploitation and how to use reporting channels. We maintain documented procedures for responding to allegations, including immediate risk assessment, support for potential victims and collaboration with law enforcement and specialist organisations when necessary. The combination of training, reporting and victim-centred response strengthens our ability to prevent and respond to modern slavery in Edmonton landscaping and maintenance operations.

Zero-tolerance policy and remedial action Garden care in Edmonton under our brand follows a zero-tolerance policy for any form of modern slavery. When an investigation confirms non-compliance, we require immediate supplier corrective action, review commercial relationships and, if necessary, terminate contracts. We also commit to remedy for affected workers — including back pay, safe accommodation and access to support services — where appropriate. Our procurement teams include anti-slavery terms in all supplier agreements and incorporate anti-slavery performance into procurement decisions.

Annual review and continuous improvement

We publish and review this statement annually to reflect evolving risks, legislative changes and lessons learned from audits and incident responses. The annual review includes: a summary of audits performed, incidents identified and remediated, training delivered, and improvements planned for the coming year. Continuous improvement actions may include expanded supplier coverage, more frequent on-site assessments, enhanced worker voice mechanisms and greater collaboration with industry peers. Our goal is to ensure that Edmonton lawn and garden maintenance remains free from exploitation and that our supply chain supports dignified, lawful employment for all workers.

Commitment: Garden Maintenance Edmonton will continue to invest in measures to prevent modern slavery, maintain transparency in our operations and work with suppliers, workers and stakeholders to uphold human rights and ethical standards across all gardening and landscaping services.