The Movement for Freedom is Gaining Ground Every Day.
Thanks to your unwavering support, FY25 was a year of real change.
People who were experiencing violence and exploitation were rescued and restored, justice systems grew stronger, and thousands more people now live in safety and freedom.
This past year, all around the world, IJM helped rescue children, women and men from slavery and equip law enforcement to stop traffickers before they could do harm again.
We brought critical training to justice officials, supported survivors in rebuilding their lives and reshaped systems to protect the most vulnerable.
And none of it would have been possible without our growing community of supporters—thank you for standing with us as we build a future where every person can thrive in safety and freedom.
Until all are free,
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Anu George Canjanathoppil
CEO of International Justice Mission Canada
The Impact of Protection
IJM partnered with the government of Tamil Nadu, India, to significantly reduce human trafficking and saw the successful completion of our project in 2021. A recent independent evaluation revealed that 380,000 fewer people were trapped in bonded labour.
Tamil Nadu stands as a powerful example of how the tide is changing for hundreds of thousands of children, women and men who are now protected from exploitation and free to pursue their lives on their own terms.
OUR CANADIAN IMPACT
The generosity of our supporters is helping transform lives, and you have a right to see exactly how.
IJM Canada is committed to using every dollar wisely and transparently, so you can be confident your support is reaching the people and places who need it most. We make the most of your giving by investing it where it will create the greatest impact for those facing violence and injustice.
Justice is fuelled by people like you.
A movement of justice driven by hope and compassion is growing in Canada. And it’s moving us closer to a world where safety and freedom is a reality for all.
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7,100
supporters gave financially in support of IJM’s mission to protect people in poverty from violence.
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75
churches helped foster deeper collaboration with diverse communities of faith.
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2,313
prayer partners were part of a global community that seeks justice on behalf of others.
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174
fundraisers were organized to support IJM’s work and end modern slavery and human trafficking.
The impact of your generosity
Canadians made it possible for us to foster deeper collaboration with government leaders and corporations, energize advocacy efforts and build meaningful partnerships with faith communities.
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Government Engagements
50
touchpoints with Members of Parliament, policy advisory groups and key leaders to discuss the roles Canadians must take to protect vulnerable people.
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Corporate Engagements
80
meetings with corporations, exploring how both the private and public sector have crucial roles to play in the fight to end modern slavery.
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Church Engagements
90
events with diverse communities of faith.
30,000
individuals attended our events and multicity music tours with Don Moen, Paul Baloche, Brooke Nicholls in support of IJM.
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Community Engagements
2
trips to the field gave Canadian donors a firsthand look at IJM’s work in the Philippines and Bolivia.
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virtual events brought Canadian donors closer to our field offices in the Philippines, Kenya and Romania, offering real-time insights into our global impact.
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virtual youth meetings through our Firestarters initiative, equipped young Canadians with the knowledge and tools to engage in the fight against trafficking and slavery.
FACES OF FREEDOM
Behind every statistic is a story of courage, resilience, hope and transformation.
Meet some of the survivors who are free today because of you.
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Alice, Uganda
Survivor of Domestic Violence
"IJM opened my mind to many things. At the time I felt I was alone, they showed me that I have strength, to survive even on my own."
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Joy*, Philippines
Survivor of Online Sexual Exploitation of Children
"We need more people in the fight to end the online sexual exploitation of children. Perpetrators are powerful. But you are powerful, too, and we are more powerful together. We need you."
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Khemraj, India
Survivor of Bonded Labour
"Today I am free. That is why I am happy and content. My children and I are living happily, working with joy, doing things we like, living as per our will, and we will continue to do better."
YOUR IMPACT AT A GLANCE
Trafficker sentenced to 30 years in IJM’s first forced scamming conviction
In close collaboration with the local government, IJM secured its first conviction in a forced scamming case.
The trafficker was convicted of several crimes, including conspiring in human trafficking and forced labour of minors and was ordered to serve more than 30 years in prison and pay fines worth $58,000 CAD. Trafficking sentences exceeding 30 years are rare in Thailand.
For the four Thai citizens who sued the trafficker, the court’s verdict marked justice and safety. For criminals across Thailand, this conviction sent a clear message: trafficking people for forced scamming is a serious crime that merits serious consequences.
From bonded labour to business owners: seven survivors craft new lives in freedom
In South Asia, a group of survivors of bonded labour have launched a thriving small business selling handmade jewelry, textiles, candles and more. It’s part of their effort to help survivors in their community access consistent, dignified work.
With the support of IJM and local partners, they’ve turned their skills into steady income and new independence. Every sale helps fund their future and supports the rehabilitation of other bonded labour survivors, and their success only continues to grow.
New report reveals the scale of online child exploitation and calls for Canada to act
At a national press conference in Ottawa, IJM Canada presented the Scale of Harm report alongside MPs, policy leaders and international partners.
We shared the urgent findings that 1 in 100 children in the Philippines are victims of online sexual exploitation, and Canada is one of the top four countries funding it.
Our message was clear: Canada cannot be a bystander in the fight against child sexual exploitation.
