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How will the controversy surrounding Bill C-63 be resolved by the end of 2024?
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Bill is amended significantly • 25%
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Canada's Bill C-63 Online Harms Act to Cost $200 Million, Create 330-Person Team
Jul 4, 2024, 03:16 PM
The Parliamentary Budget Officer (PBO) estimates that the creation of new regulators under the proposed Online Harms Act, also known as Bill C-63, will cost Canada approximately $200 million over five years. The act, introduced by the Liberal government, aims to address online harms and includes the establishment of a 'digital safety commission.' This commission will consist of a 330-person enforcement team. The bill has sparked controversy and debate over its implications for online censorship and taxpayer expenses.
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