Protecting kids or deputizing censors? The risks of Carney’s social media ban (opens original article in a new tab)

The Carney government introduced Bill C-34, the Safe Social Media Act, which includes a social media ban for children under 16 and duties for social media companies to act responsibly and protect children, while raising concerns about free speech, privacy, and unclear definitions from legal experts.

• Bill C-34 introduces a ban on social media for children under 16 with exceptions
• The legislation creates a 'duty to act responsibly' for social media companies and 'duty to protect children'
• Privacy lawyer David Fraser raises concerns about free speech, privacy, and unclear definitions of 'social media' in the bill
• The bill faces potential legal challenges over parental control and age verification requirements