Saskatchewan Seeks Public Input on Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Saskatchewan considers restricting social media for minors under 16 following public polling showing 75% support and international precedents like Australia.
- On Monday, Premier Scott Moe announced Saskatchewan plans to consult residents on banning social media for children under 16.
- Moe cited Australia's recent full ban for children under 16, suggesting Canada should explore similar options to limit minor usage.
- An Angus Reid poll indicates three-quarters of more than 4,000 respondents support a ban covering TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, and Threads.
- Earlier this month, Prime Minister Mark Carney stated the issue should be debated and may involve an "age of majority" discussion within online harms legislation.
- Other jurisdictions are also active: a Quebec legislative committee previously recommended limits for youth under 14, while Austria recently passed social media restrictions.
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Saskatchewan to Ask Residents If Social Media Should Be Banned for Minors
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says his government will ask voters to consider a full ban on social media for children younger than 16 after a national poll found three-quarters of Canadians support such a move. An Angus Reid survey released on March 29 found that 75 percent of more than 4,000 respondents favour a ban like the one in Australia, where children younger than 16 are prevented from setting up accounts on platforms including TikTok, F…
Saskatchewan Premier on considering social media ban for children under 16
Premier Scott Moe say his government is planning to ask people in Saskatchewan for their views on banning social media for children under 16. Moe says Australia recently implemented a full ban for children under 16 and Canada should also consider options to limit social media use by minors.
Saskatchewan to test waters with residents on banning social media for kids under 16
Premier Scott Moe says his government is planning to ask Saskatchewan residents their view on banning social media for children under 16. He pointed to a poll by Angus Reid that suggested a majority of Canadians support a ban similar to the one in Australia.
Saskatchewan to ask residents for views on banning social media for children under 16
REGINA - Premier Scott Moe says his government is planning to ask Saskatchewan residents their view on banning social media for children under 16.
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