Several men are facing charges after police swept through the West End on Sunday looking to put an end to human trafficking.
The Winnipeg Police Service says the sweep was in conjunction with Human Trafficking Awareness Day on Feb. 22.
Officers from Winnipeg Police Service's Counter Exploitation Unit (CEU) and assisted by Central and East District Community Support Units conducted a sweep of the West End.
Seven men between the ages of 27 and 50 were arrested for obtaining sexual services for consideration. All seven were released on undertakings as mandated by the Criminal Code, the WPS says in a release.
The WPS also says that several people working in the sex trade were offered community resources.
'Everyone has a role' in ending exploitation: WPS
Police are reminding the public that "Everyone has a role to play in promoting safety for all."
The WPS encourages the public to contact investigators if they have concerns individuals are being exploited in your community.
You can contact the Counter Exploitation Unit at 204-986-3464 or anonymously at Crime Stoppers 204-786-TIPS or winnipegcrimestoppers.org. In the case of an emergency, call 911.