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Social media ban for under-16s consistent with Charter, government says
The government says the proposed ban may affect expression and privacy rights, but it cites age-based limits and safeguards for platforms.
- On Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, Minister of Justice Sean Fraser defended Bill C-34, asserting the government's proposed social media ban for those under 16 complies with the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
- The proposed digital safety legislation faces potential constitutional challenges, as experts warn Bill C-34's ban on social media for youth under 16 could infringe upon protected rights.
- Officials contend the ban is consistent with the Charter, noting it engages freedom of expression and privacy rights while drawing parallels to existing age-based restrictions on voting and driving.
- Evidence regarding risks social media poses to young people supported the legislation; platforms implementing adequate safeguards will be exempt from Bill C-34's proposed ban.
- The government included this analysis in a Charter statement, a formal document issued by Justice Fraser to evaluate whether proposed bills align with the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
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Social media ban for under-16s consistent with Charter, government says
OTTAWA - The Liberal government says while its proposed digital safety legislation might affect freedom of expression, the bill itself is consistent with the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
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OTTAWA — The Liberal government says while its proposed digital safety legislation might affect freedom of expression, the bill itself is consistent with the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Bill C-34 would ban social media access for kids under 16 and experts have warned it is likely to face a constitutional challenge. The government included […] Thank you for subscribing to our RSS feed!
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