In our comprehensive discussion on Bill C-63, the Online Harms Act, we delve into the legislation’s significant amendments to the Canadian legal framework, particularly focusing on the Criminal Code and the Canadian Human Rights Act. We explore the introduction of stringent financial penalties and the conditions under which imprisonment, including life sentences, may apply for violations. The analysis covers the act’s approach to combating online harms, emphasizing the balance between enforcing online safety and protecting individual rights and privacy.
In our comprehensive discussion on Bill C-63, the Online Harms Act, we delve into the legislation’s significant amendments to the Canadian legal framework, particularly focusing on the Criminal Code and the Canadian Human Rights Act. We explore the introduction of stringent financial penalties and the conditions under which imprisonment, including life sentences, may apply for violations. The analysis covers the act’s approach to combating online harms, emphasizing the balance between enforcing online safety and protecting individual rights and privacy.