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EPISODE · Jun 11, 2026 · 24 MIN

Will Carney government's online harms bill actually work?

from The Craig Needles Podcast · host Blackburn Media

This week in Ottawa, Safe Social Media Act (also known at Bill C-34) was introduced. The government says their goal is to create "a safer online space for all Canadians, especially children". Will they accomplish their goal? What about privacy concerns? And why is unfettered access to social media causing so many problems for kids? Dr. Emma Duerden, an associate professor of education at Western University and a Canada Research Chair in Neuroscience and Learning Disorders, joined Craig on the podcast for her thoughts.  The Craig Needles Podcast is powered by London Hydro – with support from Downtown London and the Covent Garden Market. Follow Craig on Twitter/X, Bluesky and Facebook.

This week in Ottawa, Safe Social Media Act (also known at Bill C-34) was introduced. The government says their goal is to create "a safer online space for all Canadians, especially children". Will they accomplish their goal? What about privacy concerns? And why is unfettered access to social media causing so many problems for kids? Dr. Emma Duerden, an associate professor of education at Western University and a Canada Research Chair in Neuroscience and Learning Disorders, joined Craig on the podcast for her thoughts.  The Craig Needles Podcast is powered by London Hydro – with support from Downtown London and the Covent Garden Market. Follow Craig on Twitter/X, Bluesky and Facebook.

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