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Canada's Government Proposes 'Digital Safety Commissioner' to Shut Down Websites Deemed 'Harmful'If passed, the bill would theoretically allow a tribunal to judge anyone who has a complaint of online "hate" leveled against them, even if he has not committed a crime. If found guilty, the person would be in violation of the new law and could face fines of up to $70,000, as well as house arrest.
"Canadians expect their government to take action against serious forms of harmful content online. We need to create new rules for social media platforms and online services to address harmful online content and hold individuals accountable, while respecting the importance of freedom of expression in a free and democratic society," said Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada David Lametti in a press release regarding the government launch of a "public consultation on a proposed approach for promoting a safe, inclusive and open online environment." According to the government, the "Digital Safety Commissioner" would be tasked with overseeing and enforcing a new set of rules to regulate online media. The new rules would be based on a new piece of legislation to be introduced "in the fall of 2021," as well as on Bill-36, which was introduced in June, according to the discussion guide about the proposed changes... Subscribe for free to Breaking Christian News here Continue reading here. 
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