Questions about sweatshops:

• What is a maquila?
• What is a sweatshop?
• Why do some companies employ children?
• Won't abolishing child labour just hurt working children and their families?
• What kind of regulations would protect the rights of children and youth?
• What seems like a low wage for consumers and activists in Northern countries may be okay in those countries, right? Aren't they paid the minimum wage!
• Will asking for improved conditions mean the cost of clothing will go up?
• Why don't sweatshop workers just find other work or organize a union?
• Isn't it good that these workers at least have a job?
• What are garment workers doing to improve their situation?
• Isn't it the government's job to make sure there are decent working conditions?

Questions from consumers:

• What can I do as a consumer?
• Shouldn't we just "buy Canadian"?
• How can I find out where my clothes were made?
• Are you asking us to boycott companies?
• Where can I get a list of sweat-free products or companies?

Questions about companies:

• What is a company code of conduct?
• The information posted on your website dates back a few years. Where can I find recent information on a specific company? How can I find out what happened since your latest campaign?
• What is the current stand of Maquila Solidarity Network on Gildan Activewear?
• What information do you have on Wal-Mart's practices, especially with respect to the working conditions, treatment, etc. of its workers who make its goods?
• I have a small business and I am looking to outsource to Mexico. I care about working conditions. Can you put me in touch with a manufacturing facility that respects labour standards?

Questions about No Sweat purchasing/licensing policies:

• What can I do to make sure my school or workplace clothing is made under decent conditions?
• What is the No Sweat campaign?
• Why adopt a No Sweat policy?
• Why not just boycott companies that violate worker rights?
• Isn't a "Made in Canada" policy good enough?
• Will some workers lose their jobs if a No Sweat policy is adopted?
• What's included in a No Sweat policy?
• Can No Sweat policies be challenged under international trade rules?
• How does a No Sweat policy work?
• Why are factory disclosure and transparent reporting so important?
• Would we have to pay more for sweat-free clothing?
• How do I convince my school board, university or municipal government to adopt a No Sweat policy?
• How do I get involved in a No Sweat campaign?

Questions about MSN Resources:

• I have heard about your famous sweatshop fashion show. Where can I find the script?
• How can I become a supporter and receive information from MSN?
• Is there an MSN listserv or electronic newsletter?
• Can I use a story, a photo or quote from a resource posted on the MSN website?
• Can I get a copy of an article/book that you refer to or mention on your website?
• I would like to order one of MSN's books. How can I pay?
• I am doing research on a specific issue. I have explored your website but I have not found what I was looking for. Where can I find more information?

Questions for MSN staff:

• I am a student and would like to interview a staff person at MSN. Can this be arranged?
• Can I get a speaker to come to my school to talk about sweatshops?
• Would MSN be interested in sending someone to talk at an event or workshop I am organizing on labour rights (or Mexico, or Wal-Mart etc )?
• I would be interested in volunteering/working for your organization, is this possible?