Episode 243: What Are Canada’s Digital Policy Plans as Parliament Returns from the Summer Break?

Law Bytes

Sep 15 2025 | 00:28:37

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Show Notes

The return of the Law Bytes podcast series this week coincides with the return of Parliament from its summer break. Digital policy may not be at the very top of the legislative agenda, but there are no shortage of issues that could attract attention. This includes lawful access legislation introduced last June, the prospect of online harms safeguards, and ongoing concerns regarding privacy and artificial intelligence regulation. This week’s episode looks ahead to the coming Parliamentary session, assessing the government’s likely digital policy plans.

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