Canada proposes legislation to limit children's access to social media
( June 10, 2026, 22:31 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Canada’s Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture introduced legislation to restrict children under the age of 16 from having accounts on social media services, with a pathway for social media services to seek an exemption if they can demonstrate that they have put in place sufficient safeguards for children, according to a press release. The Safe Social Media Act will also include new requirements to prioritize children’s safety when products and features are designed, including measures to reduce children’s exposure to certain content and high-risk interactions.Statement follows in full. Also see attached file. ...
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