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New Bill Sparks Privacy Concerns Over Internet Data Access
10/9/2025
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Story summary
- Bill C-2, the Strong Borders Act, would let police demand internet data under reasonable suspicion.
- Critics, including legal experts and civil rights advocates, say it could violate privacy rights.
- The bill updates the Criminal Code to broaden law-enforcement access to online information.
- Smaller companies may not disclose requests, reducing transparency and accountability overall.
