Gardening Edmonton logo and statement header image Modern Slavery Statement — Gardening Edmonton

Gardening Edmonton publishes this Modern Slavery Statement to set out our clear and unequivocal position: we have a zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of modern slavery, human trafficking and forced labour in our operations and supply chain. This declaration reflects Gardening Edmonton's commitment to ethical sourcing, fair treatment of workers and active prevention of exploitation in every part of our horticultural and landscaping activities.

A man with dark hair, wearing a blue and white checked shirt and jeans, is working in a well-maintained garden in Edmonton. He is smiling as he tends to a flowering shrub with pink blooms, using gardening gloves to handle the plant. In the background, there is a neatly arranged lawn with dense green grass and a row of trimmed hedges along a paved pathway. To the left, a small white greenhouse with glass panels is visible, surrounded by various plants and garden soil. The garden appears to be in a sunny outdoor environment, with lush trees providing natural shade and a vibrant, healthy landscape. The scene captures an outdoor gardening activity typical of the local climate and environment, reflecting the services provided by Gardening Edmonton in cultivating and maintaining residential or commercial gardens in the area. The overall setting highlights the care and craftsmanship involved in garden landscaping and plant maintenance, emphasizing natural tones of green, pink, and brown, and the balance of landscaped features and natural plant growth. Our commitment and scope

The Gardening Edmonton modern slavery statement applies across our direct operations, contractors, seasonal workers and suppliers. We recognize that vulnerability can exist in many areas including temporary labour, subcontracted planting crews and equipment supply. We will not accept any practice that undermines human dignity, including debt bondage, withheld pay, deceptive recruitment or restrictions on movement. This document sets out how we identify, prevent and respond to these risks.

Supplier audits and due diligence

Gardening Edmonton conducts proactive supplier assessments and regular supplier audits as part of our procurement process. We evaluate new and existing partners through a risk-based approach and require contractual assurances that modern slavery is not present. Key elements of our supplier due diligence include:

  • Risk screening based on geography, labour model and sector;
  • On-site and virtual audits to verify labour practices and working conditions;
  • Corrective action plans and follow-up assessments when issues are identified.

A middle-aged man dressed in a white t-shirt and green overalls is shown raking soil in a landscaped garden, with a red-handled rake held in one hand. The garden features a well-maintained grassy lawn with dense, vibrant green grass, bordered by a row of flowering bushes and small trees, some of which are blossoming with white and pink flowers. In the background, there is a light green mesh fence separating the garden from the surrounding outdoor space, which includes mature trees and open green areas. The scene appears to be set on a bright, sunny day with natural daylight illuminating the garden, indicating a peaceful outdoor environment typical of a residential area in Edmonton or nearby postcode districts. This image exemplifies professional gardening and outdoor maintenance services provided by Gardening Edmonton, focusing on garden tidying and landscaping tasks in a suburban setting. We use a combination of documentation review, worker interviews and third-party audit reports to ensure compliance. Where suppliers fail to meet our standards and do not remediate within agreed timeframes, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate contracts. This enforcement underscores our refusal to tolerate modern slavery in our supply chain.

Reporting channels and protected disclosures

Gardening Edmonton provides multiple, secure reporting channels for employees, contractors and third parties to raise concerns about suspected modern slavery or exploitation. Reports can be made confidentially through internal reporting systems, anonymous hotlines and via designated safeguarding officers. All reports are taken seriously, assessed promptly and investigated with care to protect reporters from retaliation.

We encourage anyone who suspects forced labour, human trafficking or any form of coercion to come forward. Reports trigger an immediate triage to assess risk to individuals and the need for protective measures. Investigations are impartial and, where necessary, we will engage external specialists, legal counsel and local authorities to ensure appropriate action is taken.

An individual wearing yellow gardening gloves using a small trowel to plant a flowering plant in a wooden planter box situated on a well-maintained grassy lawn. Surrounding the planter are vibrant orange and yellow flowers, possibly marigolds or similar species, adding bright colour to the scene. The garden area features lush, green grass with a dense hedge or shrubbery visible in the background, suggesting a friendly outdoor space ideal for gardening activities typical of a residential garden in Edmonton or surrounding areas. The scene is set outdoors under natural daylight, with clear weather conditions illuminating the lush plant growth and freshly prepared soil in the wooden planter box. This image exemplifies active gardening, with attention to healthy plant care and garden layout, characteristic of professional garden maintenance or planting projects offered by Gardening Edmonton in the local region, with a focus on creating vibrant, well-organised outdoor garden spaces suitable for local climates and conditions. Annual review, training and continuous improvement

A woman with blonde hair tied back, dressed in a checked shirt and jeans, is kneeling on a well-maintained green lawn in a garden, engaging in planting activities. She is wearing gardening gloves and is placing a pot with pink tulips into a prepared flower bed with dark soil and some small patches of moss. To her right, a small brown puppy is sitting attentively, observing her work. Nearby, there is a woven basket containing additional potted tulips and a garden trowel resting against the basket. The background features a neatly edged lawn, with a mixture of bushes and tall trees providing a natural backdrop. The garden appears to be outdoors on a bright, sunny day with natural light illuminating the scene. This peaceful outdoor space showcases typical landscaping elements such as lawn areas, flower beds, and planting tools, reflecting the kind of outdoor maintenance and gardening services offered by Gardening Edmonton in the Edmonton area, with a focus on healthy lawns, flower planting, and horticultural care. Gardening Edmonton conducts an annual review of this modern slavery policy and our prevention measures. The review assesses the effectiveness of our risk identification, supplier audit outcomes, training uptake and incident responses. We deliver targeted training for procurement teams, site managers and supervisors to strengthen awareness of indicators of exploitation and how to respond.

We are committed to transparency and continuous improvement. Our modern slavery programme will evolve as we learn from audits, investigations and best practice in the sector. Gardening Edmonton will continue to update policies, reinforce contract terms and work collaboratively with partners to eradicate modern slavery from our operations and supply chain.

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Gardening Edmonton's Modern Slavery Statement affirms a zero-tolerance policy, supplier audits, secure reporting channels and an annual review to prevent and address modern slavery across operations and supply chains.

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