The federal Liberals say a new internet censorship law will be tabled within two weeks, says Blacklock’s Reporter..“My job is to ensure the safety and security of the Canadian population. That’s what I am here for,” said Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault..Guilbeault’s department did not comment on whether the legislation will be included in an omnibus budget bill..Internet publishers found to breach content rules must follow directions, he said..“With the legislation we will be tabling, it won’t matter whether or not the company is Canadian,” said Guilbeault..“It won’t matter where the company is registered or where their servers are located. Once a publication is flagged it will have to be taken down within 24 hours of having it being flagged. There are not a lot of countries that are doing that right now..“I think it’s going to be a really good remedy to a number of problems, but it won’t solve everything. One of the issues I’ve learned, looking at different models, is you shouldn’t try to tackle everything from the get-go..“Ultimately the goal is to create a safer environment for all people online and not just for a handful.”.Guilbeault repeated earlier remarks the bill will regulate hurtful content beyond hate speech already outlawed under the Criminal Code, but provided no examples..“Democracy, inclusive and accountable governance, peaceful pluralism and respect for diversity and human rights are core values shared by Canadians,” said Guilbeault..“Every day Canadians use online platforms to connect with family and friends, stay informed and participate in debates and discussions..“Hate speech will definitely be part of the legislation that will be tabled, but we also want to encompass other online harms that are taking place.”.Guilbeault added the bill is aimed to maintain “the social fabric of our society.”.The Department of Heritage to date has refused to publicly release in-house documents outlining the bill..“We haven’t had a public-wide consultation,” said Guilbeault..“That being said, obviously once the bill is tabled there will be further consultations by a parliamentary committee, and once the bill is adopted – and I’m confident it will – there will be further consultations..“People will see what will be in the bill once it is tabled.”.Dave Naylor is the News Editor of the Western Standard.,dnaylor@westernstandardonline.com,.Twitter.com/nobby7694
The federal Liberals say a new internet censorship law will be tabled within two weeks, says Blacklock’s Reporter..“My job is to ensure the safety and security of the Canadian population. That’s what I am here for,” said Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault..Guilbeault’s department did not comment on whether the legislation will be included in an omnibus budget bill..Internet publishers found to breach content rules must follow directions, he said..“With the legislation we will be tabling, it won’t matter whether or not the company is Canadian,” said Guilbeault..“It won’t matter where the company is registered or where their servers are located. Once a publication is flagged it will have to be taken down within 24 hours of having it being flagged. There are not a lot of countries that are doing that right now..“I think it’s going to be a really good remedy to a number of problems, but it won’t solve everything. One of the issues I’ve learned, looking at different models, is you shouldn’t try to tackle everything from the get-go..“Ultimately the goal is to create a safer environment for all people online and not just for a handful.”.Guilbeault repeated earlier remarks the bill will regulate hurtful content beyond hate speech already outlawed under the Criminal Code, but provided no examples..“Democracy, inclusive and accountable governance, peaceful pluralism and respect for diversity and human rights are core values shared by Canadians,” said Guilbeault..“Every day Canadians use online platforms to connect with family and friends, stay informed and participate in debates and discussions..“Hate speech will definitely be part of the legislation that will be tabled, but we also want to encompass other online harms that are taking place.”.Guilbeault added the bill is aimed to maintain “the social fabric of our society.”.The Department of Heritage to date has refused to publicly release in-house documents outlining the bill..“We haven’t had a public-wide consultation,” said Guilbeault..“That being said, obviously once the bill is tabled there will be further consultations by a parliamentary committee, and once the bill is adopted – and I’m confident it will – there will be further consultations..“People will see what will be in the bill once it is tabled.”.Dave Naylor is the News Editor of the Western Standard.,dnaylor@westernstandardonline.com,.Twitter.com/nobby7694