Share this Story : Calgary Sun Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr

JAY GOLDBERG: Carney tables social media ban for teens, relies on 'trust me' government

If government doesn’t want youth and teens accessing certain apps or websites, everyone’s age is going to have to be verified, likely through a third-party service, raising privacy concerns.

You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account.

The Carney government has officially tabled its new Safe Social Media Act, with the centrepiece of the legislation being a ban on social media access for those under the age of 16.

Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.

Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account and fewer ads.

Get exclusive access to the Calgary Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on.

Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists.

Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists.

Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword.

Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.

Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account.

Get exclusive access to the Calgary Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on.

Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists.

Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists.

Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword.

Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.

Access articles from across Canada with one account.

Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.

Enjoy additional articles per month.

Get email updates from your favourite authors.

Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.

Access articles from across Canada with one account

Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments

Enjoy additional articles per........

© Calgary Sun