Business Corruption in Canada

Corruption does not represent a substantial obstacle to doing business i n Canada. The country possesses clear-cut regulations and transparent, reliable courts. Numerous corruption investigations raise concern about corruption, illegal financing and kickbacks in the construction sector and in public procurement. Nevertheless, the government has well-functioning mechanisms in place to investigate and punish corruption and abuse of office. The Criminal Code of Canada is the principal anti-corruption legislation, prohibiting corruption , bribery , influence peddling , extortion and abuse of office . Facilitation payments , gift -giving and foreign bribery are criminalised by the Corruption of Foreign Public Officials Act (CFPOA) and are uncommon in practice. The law’s extended jurisdiction permits Canadian courts to prosecute corruption committed by companies and individuals abroad. Canada's anti-corruption legislation is vigorously enforced, and companies and officials guilty of violating Canadian law are being effectively investigated, prosecuted and convicted of corruption-related crimes.

CFPOA Summary
CFPOA Compliance Guide

December 2015
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