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Episode 229: My Digital Access Day Keynote - Assessing the Canadian Digital Policy Record
Mar 24, 2025
Dive into the shifting landscape of Canadian digital policy as political tensions rise with a federal election on the horizon. Explore the challenges surrounding AI regulation and online harms, and reflect on recent legislative changes. The keynote address from Digital Access Day unveils the complexities in Canada's approach to privacy and the geopolitical influences shaping future regulations. Engage with the pressing issues that define our digital future amidst stalled bills and evolving standards.
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Quick takeaways
- The cancellation of significant digital bills due to prorogation highlights the urgent need for updates to Canada's aging internet regulations.
- Canada's evolving digital policy is intricately linked to its relationship with the U.S., especially regarding large tech companies and legislative responses.
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The Impact of Prorogation on Digital Legislation
Prorogation has resulted in the cancellation of several significant digital bills, raising concerns about the future of Canada’s internet regulations. Key legislation, including privacy reform and AI regulation efforts, is now effectively dead, necessitating a reset of these important dialogues. It was noted that previous attempts, particularly around privacy laws, were met with a consensus on the need for updates, highlighting the urgency to address the aging legal framework. The absence of these bills creates uncertainty regarding the direction of digital policy as Canada prepares for a federal election.
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