Provinces Consider Youth Social Media Restrictions Amid Federal Ban Proposal
Provinces await feds’ social media ban, still considering their own rules
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Saskatchewan's Premier Scott Moe reports strong support for a youth social media ban, with 86% of surveyed parents in favor. The federal government plans to introduce a ban for children under 16, prompting other provinces, including Manitoba and Quebec, to consider similar measures.
- 01Saskatchewan's Premier Scott Moe indicated that approximately 86% of surveyed parents support a youth social media ban.
- 02The federal government is expected to propose a ban on social media for children under 16 as part of its online harms bill.
- 03Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew has expressed interest in banning social media and AI chatbots for youth.
- 04Quebec's National Assembly has approved legislation to set the social media age limit at 15, nearing a final vote.
- 05British Columbia's Attorney General has urged the federal government to act quickly on regulating online spaces for youth.
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Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe has reported that a significant majority of parents in the province support a youth social media ban, with 86% of respondents favoring restrictions. This comes as the federal government prepares to propose a ban on social media use for children under 16 as part of an upcoming online harms bill. Other provinces are also considering their own measures; Manitoba's Premier Wab Kinew has indicated plans for a ban on social media and AI chatbots for youth. Quebec is close to finalizing legislation that would limit social media access to those aged 15 and older, while British Columbia's Attorney General has called for urgent federal action to protect children online. Moe believes that while provinces may adapt the federal guidelines, a national standard would be most effective. Canada’s privacy commissioner emphasized that any ban should not compromise strong privacy protections for children.
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The proposed bans could significantly alter how youth access social media across Canada.
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