Canada pushes legislation to ban social media for users under 16 after earlier effort faltered

Canada is preparing a new law that would prohibit children under 16 from using social media platforms. The proposal follows an earlier attempt to require tech companies to safeguard young users. That earlier effort collapsed after facing strong opposition from civil liberty groups. Critics argued the measure infringed on free expression and privacy rights. The government says the ban is needed to protect minors from online harms. The ban would represent a significant shift in Canada’s approach to online safety. Advocacy groups say the proposal should instead focus on education and parental controls. The debate highlights the tension between protection measures and civil liberties.