But we can put an end to snow-washing.

Canada can join other countries working on this same problem and create a publicly accessible company register of the true owners of these companies. Because criminals take advantage of our laws that allow for secrecy, a publicly accessible register shines a light on this problem.

Add your voice to the call for a publicly accessible register and help ensure that criminals can no longer hide illegal cash through secret companies.

We can put an end to snow-washing.

Canada can join other countries who are working on this same problem by creating a publicly accessible company register of the true owners of these companies (i.e., beneficial owners). Because criminals take advantage of our laws that allow for secrecy, a publicly accessible register shines a light on this problem. Sunlight is the best disinfectant.

Left unchecked,

Snow-washing contributes to soaring real estate prices and acts as a haven for criminals to clean their dirty cash through secret companies, casinos, property and luxury goods. Because Canada has a strong economy, it makes our country the perfect destination for criminals and tax evaders to stash their money.