Canadian lawmakers will consider a social media ban for children under 16. File Photo by Roman Pilipey/EPA
June 11 (UPI) -- Canada is considering banning children and young teens from social media sites, joining a growing list of countries making the change.
Canadian Identity and Culture Minister Marc Miller introduced the Safe Social Media Act on Wednesday. The law would require safety measures on social media, including Facebook, Instagram, X and SnapChat, as well as artificial intelligence chatbots.
"Our parents cannot face these challenges alone, and the safety of children cannot be an afterthought," Miller said. "We need basic protection in place, so every child in this country can be safe on platforms they use every day."
The House of Commons and Senate must pass the measure before it can become law.
