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OpenMedia @openmedia.org · 10h

So #BillC12 is not #BillC2’s replacement; it’s a fast track for part of it, while trying to delay the rest to pass when your attention is pulled elsewhere.

Don’t be fooled: write your MP and tell them to reject the whole rotten package, TODAY! 4/4
openmedia.org/Stop-BillC2

Stop Carney’s Surveillance Plan: Stop Bill C–2!

Bill C-2 threatens our privacy, erodes our freedoms, and grants the government unchecked surveillance powers. Tell Mark Carney: surrendering to U.S. data demands isn’t leadership — it’s a betrayal of ...

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OpenMedia @openmedia.org · 10h

Did you catch it? As the press release and responsible Minister’s statements since make abundantly clear, #BillC2 is FAR from dead; in fact, they are more committed than ever to get warrantless access to YOUR account data! 3/4
www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/art...

Public Safety minister says he wants to push through refined warrantless powers to help police

Gary Anandasangaree wants to refine the provisions in the original strong-borders bill to avoid accusations of overreach

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OpenMedia @openmedia.org · 10h

Last week, our government introduced #BillC12, new legislation before the House that drops the privacy violations of #BillC2.

Good news! But hold on– let’s look closely at the government's own press release before celebrating. 2/
www.canada.ca/en/public-sa...

Government of Canada introduces new streamlined legislation to strengthen border security and keep Canadians safe - Canada.ca

The Government of Canada has introduced new legislation to strengthen border security, combat organized crime, and modernize immigration controls—keeping Canadians safe and our borders secure.

www.canada.ca

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OpenMedia @openmedia.org · 10h

Is #BillC2 dead, and your privacy rights safe in 🇨🇦? NO. But it’s reasonable to be confused!

Please speak up AGAINST #BillC2, and read this short thread to understand what’s going on: 1/4
openmedia.org/Stop-BillC2

Stop Carney’s Surveillance Plan: Stop Bill C–2!

Bill C-2 threatens our privacy, erodes our freedoms, and grants the government unchecked surveillance powers. Tell Mark Carney: surrendering to U.S. data demands isn’t leadership — it’s a betrayal of ...

openmedia.org

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OpenMedia @openmedia.org · 14h

Few countries leave consumers with as little representation against monopolies as 🇨🇦 does.

We are so proud to take on this fight for you: but it shouldn't be as uphill a battle as it is!

Glad to talk about it on the latest Do Not Pass Go:
donotpassgo.substack.com/p/a-basket-c...

"A basket case:" The state of consumer protection in Canada

Advocacy groups say they are underfunded and over-matched in facing armies of corporate lobbyists and lawyers, resulting in weak regulations and laws

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LA Legault ⚜️ @lalegault.bsky.social · 3d

www.theglobeandmail.com/politics/art...

Public Safety minister says he wants to push through refined warrantless powers to help police

Gary Anandasangaree wants to refine the provisions in the original strong-borders bill to avoid accusations of overreach

www.theglobeandmail.com

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OpenMedia @openmedia.org · 6d

Bill C-2's replacement, Bill C-12, just introduced. We're waiting on text to analyze, stay tuned.

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Mauro Meden @mauromeden.ca · 6d

Thanks @openmedia.org for leading the way against Bill C-2.

"[...]the government is poised to introduce a second bill, [...] without the controversial clauses that allowed Canada Post to open mail and law enforcement to access some digital data."

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Government to table new border bill amid C-2 privacy concerns: sources | CBC News

The federal Liberals are set to introduce a new bill expected to mirror much of what's in their already tabled border legislation — but with some clauses that sparked concerns from opposition parties ...

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The Chris TiHorror Picture Show🫦 @ironiciconic.bsky.social · 6d

🇨🇦's Cybersecurity bill is back! Bill C-8 is Bill C-26's twin. 👯‍♀️ Huge encryption risks, same secret orders. 🚨 Don't let #BillC8 fast track through Parliament. Speak up and tell your MP to #FixBillC8 now! 📣 openmedia.org/FixBillC8-bsky @openmedia.org

Fix Bill C-8: Stop the Fast-Track of a Flawed Cybersecurity Bill

Huge encryption risks, same secret orders. 🚨 Don’t let it fast track through Parliament. Speak up and tell your MP to #FixBillC8 now! 📣 https://openmedia.org/FixBillC8

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OpenMedia @openmedia.org · 7d

Undetermined amount of the privacy issues fixed, probably still significant concerns with migrant status changes from those folk.

We'll be evaluating our position and engagement based on what we get today. But there's not a good bill to salvage, just harm reduction.

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Spencer Callaghan @spencercallaghan.ca · 8d

Democracy is not perfect but at least Canada still has one.

Glad that the government took a second look at this one and props to all those, including @openmedia.org , who spoke up against C-2.

www.cbc.ca/news/politic...

Government to table new border bill amid privacy concerns over C-2: sources | CBC News

The federal Liberals are set to introduce a new bill expected to mirror much of what's in their already tabled border legislation — but with some clauses that sparked concerns from opposition parties ...

www.cbc.ca

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OpenMedia @openmedia.org · 8d

With Prime Minister Carney meeting Donald Trump tonight to discuss a "new economic and security relationship between Canada and the U.S.", we need to make clear that anti-privacy and anti-rights #BillC2 can NOT pass!

Sign the Parliamentary petition here: www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en...

Petition e-6838 - Petitions

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Electronic Frontier Foundation @eff.org · 13d

Welcome to Opt Out October, our collection of tips to slowly break free from online surveillance and throw sand in the gears of overreaching large tech companies. Today’s tip is about establishing good online security fundamentals. www.eff.org/deeplinks/2...

Opt Out October: Daily Tips to Protect Your Privacy and Security

Trying to take control of your online privacy can feel like a full-time job. But if you break it up into small tasks and take on one project at a time it makes the process of protecting your privacy

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Nate Erskine-Smith @beynate.bsky.social · 13d

Double header for the #uncommonspod today, joined by Kate Robertson (senior researcher at @citizenlab.ca U of T) and Adam Sadinsky (immigration & refugee lawyer) discussing Bill C-2's implications on surveillance, cross-border data sharing, and our asylum process.

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LA Legault ⚜️ @lalegault.bsky.social · 15d

Here is some more information on Carney’s bill C2, aka Canada’s patriot act:

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OpenMedia @openmedia.org · Jun 18

Today we're releasing a joint letter signed by 160+ civil society groups, academics, and lawyers demanding full withdrawal of #BillC2.

This dangerous surveillance bill is anti-privacy, anti-rights, and anti-Canadian.

Let’s get into it. 1/7
openmedia.org/press/item/o...

Over 300 Organizations Unite to Demand Complete Withdrawal of Bill C-2

Diverse coalitions warn

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OpenMedia @openmedia.org · 15d

So what should be done about regulating AI? We asked, you answered! More than 3k Canadians completed our survey, and we'll be delivering their full comments to Minister Evan Solomon's upcoming AI consultation.

Get the highlights here: openmedia.org/article/item...

OpenMedia Survey: Canadians Want Proactive AI Rules for Rights, Privacy, and Sustainability

Canadians are far more worried about AI’s risks than its benefits, with overwhelming concern about misinformation, fraud, and surveillance, yet regulation remains lacking. OpenMedia’s recent community...

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J.P. @jpturcotte.bsky.social · 19d

🇨🇦 Le projet de loi C-8 de la Canada est de retour - jumeau du C-26. 👯‍♀️ Risques énormes pour le chiffrement + ordonnances secrètes. 🚨 Ne laissez pas #C8 passer à la hâte au Parlement. Dites à votre député·e de #CorrigerC8 ! 📣 openmedia.org/FixBillC8-bs... @openmedia.org

Corrigeons le projet de loi C-8 : Stoppons l’adoption précipitée d’une loi défectueuse sur la cybersécurité

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LA Legault ⚜️ @lalegault.bsky.social · 25d

Tomorrow, Saturday September 20th, across Canada 🇨🇦:

drawtheline.world/canada?r=CA&...

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joyelhidber.bsky.social @joyelhidber.bsky.social · 26d

🇨🇦’s Cybersecurity bill is back! Bill C-8 is Bill C-26’s twin. 👯‍♀️ Huge encryption risks, same secret orders. 🚨 Don’t let #BillC8 fast track through Parliament. Speak up and tell your MP to #FixBillC8 now! 📣 openmedia.org/FixBillC8-bsky
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Fix Bill C-8: Stop the Fast-Track of a Flawed Cybersecurity Bill

Huge encryption risks, same secret orders. 🚨 Don’t let it fast track through Parliament. Speak up and tell your MP to #FixBillC8 now! 📣 https://openmedia.org/FixBillC8

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jantrishhudg.bsky.social @jantrishhudg.bsky.social · 26d

🇨🇦’s Cybersecurity bill is back! Bill C-8 is Bill C-26’s twin. 👯‍♀️ Huge encryption risks, same secret orders. 🚨 Don’t let #BillC8 fast track through Parliament. Speak up and tell your MP to #FixBillC8 now! 📣 openmedia.org/FixBillC8-bsky
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Fix Bill C-8: Stop the Fast-Track of a Flawed Cybersecurity Bill

Huge encryption risks, same secret orders. 🚨 Don’t let it fast track through Parliament. Speak up and tell your MP to #FixBillC8 now! 📣 https://openmedia.org/FixBillC8

openmedia.org

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mig31m6 @mig31m6.bsky.social · 27d

🇨🇦’s Cybersecurity bill is back! Bill C-8 is Bill C-26’s twin. 👯‍♀️ Huge encryption risks, same secret orders. 🚨 Don’t let #BillC8 fast track through Parliament. Speak up and tell your MP to #FixBillC8 now! 📣 openmedia.org/FixBillC8-bsky
@openmediaorg.bsky.social

Fix Bill C-8: Stop the Fast-Track of a Flawed Cybersecurity Bill

Huge encryption risks, same secret orders. 🚨 Don’t let it fast track through Parliament. Speak up and tell your MP to #FixBillC8 now! 📣 https://openmedia.org/FixBillC8

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Ajgreycloud2 @ajgreycloud2.bsky.social · 27d

🇨🇦’s Cybersecurity bill is back! Bill C-8 is Bill C-26’s twin. 👯‍♀️ Huge encryption risks, same secret orders. 🚨 Don’t let #BillC8 fast track through Parliament. Speak up and tell your MP to #FixBillC8 now! 📣 openmedia.org/FixBillC8-bsky
@openmediaorg.bsky.social

Fix Bill C-8: Stop the Fast-Track of a Flawed Cybersecurity Bill

Huge encryption risks, same secret orders. 🚨 Don’t let it fast track through Parliament. Speak up and tell your MP to #FixBillC8 now! 📣 https://openmedia.org/FixBillC8

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LA Legault ⚜️ @lalegault.bsky.social · 28d

Bill C2 is not an immigration Bill:

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OpenMedia @openmedia.org · Jun 18

Today we're releasing a joint letter signed by 160+ civil society groups, academics, and lawyers demanding full withdrawal of #BillC2.

This dangerous surveillance bill is anti-privacy, anti-rights, and anti-Canadian.

Let’s get into it. 1/7
openmedia.org/press/item/o...

Over 300 Organizations Unite to Demand Complete Withdrawal of Bill C-2

Diverse coalitions warn

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OpenMedia @openmedia.org · Sep 10

You're going to see a lot of information circulating online in the hours after today's assassination of Charlie Kirk.

As always, exercise your media smarts about how trustworthy an information source is, and don't spread false or AI generated information: mediasmarts.ca/teacher-reso...

Authentication 101 – tip sheet

Did you know that almost a quarter of adults have shared a false news story, and that we’re least likely to fact-check news and other things that come to us through people we know and trust on social ...

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sleevine.bsky.social @sleevine.bsky.social · Sep 10

Help @openmediaorg.bsky.social‬ fight for the open Internet. Donate today! openmedia.org/donate #technology #nptech

Support the fight for a free and open Internet!

Our work is only possible thanks to people like you. Support the fight for a free and open Internet!

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