Carter’s, Inc. and The Genuine Canadian Corporation
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Forced Labor
- Child Labor
- Supply Chain Ethics
Social Achievements
- Implemented a supplier onboarding program with a three-step process (identification, qualification, activation) to better identify and qualify suppliers upfront.
- Conduct approximately 400 audits in 20 countries each year to verify supplier compliance with policies and strengthen working conditions and labor practices.
- Collaborates with HireAPartner (HAP) to improve supply chain mapping and traceability of raw materials.
- Annual Code of Ethics training and certification of compliance for all employees, business partners, vendors, and suppliers.
Governance Achievements
- Established a Code of Ethics and Social Responsibility Policy that suppliers contractually agree to follow.
- Implemented a reputational/risk screening process using a third-party compliance screening tool focusing on financial crime, third-party risk, sanctions, and trade compliance.
- Maintains internal accountability standards and procedures for employees and contractors failing to meet company standards.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Potential forced labor risks exist in the global supply chain due to the nature of apparel and textile manufacturing.
Mitigation Strategies
- Comprehensive due diligence and supply chain management measures including internal policies, third-party resources for risk assessment and compliance, supply chain mapping and traceability, and technology adoption for origin declarations.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Approximately 400 audits annually in 20 countries
Responsible Procurement
- Code of Ethics
- Social Responsibility Policy
- Supplier onboarding program
- Supplier certification of compliance