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Canada at a crossroads: protecting children in the age of AI

Canada at a crossroads: protecting children in the age of AI

As Canada redefines its approach to artificial intelligence and technology governance, recent developments highlight that safeguarding children and their rights should be fundamental to the country’s digital future.

A child sits with a smartphone in their hands while another child points at the screen. The focus is on the interaction with the device.

Canada’s regulator announces new children’s privacy code, now lawmakers must follow 

Following years of engagement with 5Rights, Canada’s Privacy Commissioner just announced a children’s privacy code. Now, the newly elected Government must make the protection of children’s rights and privacy online a national priority.

A vivid yellow sign from Elections Canada, displaying a maple leaf and bold black writing, signals a Canadian election voting site.

Canadian elections: a defining moment to hold tech accountable for children’s rights 

Next Monday, Canadians will be heading to the polling station, setting the course for the future of Canadian children’s rights in the digital world.

A group of people standing and sitting in front of large posters with bold text that reads "ATTENTION: THE KIDS ARE ALL RIGHT" on a red background. The posters feature partially obscured images of children's faces, with the text overlaid on them. The group is at a conference in Toronto titled “Attention: The Kids Are All Right”, with some standing in a row while others sit, facing toward the camera. The setting suggests a formal or professional gathering, with a spotlight on a few attendees and the posters in the background dominating the space.

Child online safety at the centre of discussions in Canada 

5Rights addressed Canada’s legislative efforts on children’s digital safety at a Toronto conference, emphasising global best practices and the importance of privacy and safety by design.

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Canada – 5Rights welcomes bills on child online privacy and safety

The two bills on online safety and privacy that are being put before the Canadian Parliament are an opportunity for the protection and empowerment of children.