Feds need to bring in social media and AI protections for kids, B.C. AG Sharma says
- Posted on April 28, 2026
- By The Toronto Star
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In brief
British Columbia's attorney general is calling on the federal government to establish comprehensive regulatory frameworks protecting children from social media risks and artificial intelligence dangers. If Ottawa fails to act, the province has signaled its intention to implement its own protective legislation. This move reflects growing concerns about online safety, mental health impacts, and algorithmic manipulation targeting minors in Canada's digital landscape.
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Feds need to bring in social media and AI protections for kids, B.C. AG Sharma says
VICTORIA - British Columbia's attorney general says if the federal government doesn't bring in protections on social media and AI chatbots for children, then the province will look to follow
