Lawyer Sounds Alarm on Carney’s “Dystopian” Bill as U.S. Warns Liberals
Bill C-22, An Act respecting lawful access, is causing concern on both sides of the border.
Bill C-22, also known as the Lawful Access Act, is legislation critics have described as dystopian, warning it could significantly expand the Carney government’s surveillance powers.
The Liberals argue the bill is necessary for national security. But critics say it could go much further, raising serious concerns about privacy, civil liberties, and fundamental rights in Canada.
To discuss the bill in more detail, I’m joined by Josh Dehaas, Interim Litigation Director at the Canadian Constitution Foundation, who has raised concerns about several aspects of Bill C-22.
If you care about privacy, civil liberties, and the future of digital rights in Canada, this interview is a must-watch.