Carney Government to Prohibit Social Media for Under‑16s, Allowing Certain Exemptions

The Carney government announced a plan to ban social media for users under 16 years old. The policy aims to protect minors from online harms. Certain exemptions will be built into the ban. Exemptions may include educational or parental‑controlled accounts. The proposal was reported by the National Post via Investing.com. Lawmakers will debate the details of the exemption criteria. Critics warn the ban could impact freedom of expression for youths. The government says the measure balances safety with limited access.