Modern Slavery Statement

This statement sets out the steps that the On Display Gallery (ODG) Inc of companies (On Display Gallery), is following to ensure modern slavery is not taking place in our business or supply chains and that we are compliant with Bill S-216, An Act to enact the Modern Slavery Act and amend the Customs Tariff (the “Bill”).

Bill S-211, introduced in the Senate in 2020 and Bill C-423, introduced in the House of Commons in 2018

OUR BUSINESS
Display Gallery (ODG) is an international family run business of great distinction and reputation, with our first gallery in the GTA Area, Toronto.

“The eyes that look are common but the eyes that see are rare”. On Display Gallery (ODG) represents the created products on display for the world to perceive in an eccentric perspective, is not only intended to highlight the authenticity and creativity of African designs and art, their potential and cultural leverage, but mainly to evoke an in-depth awakening of our continent in conversation with the Western ideals. It is meant to encourage a comprehensive and thorough dialogue with some of the greatest and most creative talents from the continent. Why should we wait for others to do it for us? 

The language of On Display Gallery (ODG) is to convey exhibitions that restore concept of identity as well as to also provide ideological healing.

The aim is to challenge our thought system (belief system) on the perception we have about Africa and it position with the rest of the world. One’s belief system forms the basis of our thinking. Everything begins with a belief system which comes from  an ideas that we have been conditioned to accept as true. Our ideas came from somewhere, therefore, if the source of our ideas is corrupt, the end result will also be corrupt.

The goal of ODG and its philosophical position is to educate and re-educate, to define and re-define, to renew our thought system and to provide a clear understanding that there is value and beauty coming from Africa and it conversation context with the Western realm.

On Display Gallery (ODG) is the home of Artwork and Designs that deals with SELF LOVE. Self love is a result of self discovery, self source, self worth, self esteem, self concept, self identity, self value, self awareness. This is what defines the whole of a single person. 

OUR POLICY
We are committed to ensuring that there is no modern slavery or human trafficking in our supply chains or in any part of our business. Our policy is to assess and address these risks of violation. On Display Gallery (ODG) will not knowingly support or do business with any person or organisation involved in slavery and/or human trafficking and is committed to acting ethically and with integrity in all its business relationships.

OUR SUPPLY CHAIN
Artwork and Design (works of art) will either purchased from the owners or from family estates, this would be directly or via an auction house, and, they are purchased mainly from the Canada, Africa, UK, Europe and the USA. All purchases are subject to a thorough provenance search, to establish their authenticity and the current owner(s).

Goods and services not for resale provided to our business are predominantly sourced from local or national well-known reputable businesses. We liaise directly with our suppliers and in most instances we have long standing relationships. We have a good level of transparency with our suppliers and are not aware of any (undeclared) subcontracting. This assists in giving us confidence that our supply chains are not exposed to any forms of labour exploitation.

OUR RECRUITMENT
The business employs fewer than 20 staff, a majority of whom have worked for the business for over many years. New staff are mainly sourced through well known recruitment companies based in the Ontario, and, we adhere to a rigorous recruitment process in line with Canada employment laws, including ‘eligibility to work’ and identity checks. All staff are provided with contracts of employment.

OUR PROCEDURES
When we consider entering into a new relationship with a third party we follow the necessary due diligence to ensure that they are conducting their business ethically and in adherence with the Canada Bill S-216, An Act to enact the Modern Slavery Act and amend the Customs Tariff (the “Bill”),  These investigations include background checks and references. In addition, existing suppliers are reviewed on an ongoing basis.

OUR PLANS
New supplier contracts that are signed, will include a statement advising suppliers that by signing a contract with us, they are confirming that they have appropriate measures in place to address anti-slavery and human trafficking and are compliant with the Bill S-216, An Act to enact the Modern Slavery Act and amend the Customs Tariff (the “Bill”). This includes making their work practices transparent and seeking approval if any subcontracting takes place.

We will be contacting our (larger) suppliers to make sure they are aware of the human rights standards and wider ethical values which we abide by, and, the standards that we expect from them.

We will be providing training to ensure that all On Display Gallery (ODG) staff are aware of the Bill S-216, An Act to enact the Modern Slavery Act and amend the Customs Tariff and the types of modern slavery and human trafficking that can exist. Staff will be provided with internal and external contacts to allow them to relay any concerns that they may have regarding abuse of labour rights and non-compliance with ethical standards, so any appropriate action can be taken.

On Display Gallery (ODG) Inc
September 2021