Canadians are running out of time to oppose Bill C-22
The Canadian Civil Liberties Association is urging citizens to oppose Bill C-22, which would expand government surveillance powers and mandate data retention. Critics argue the bill threatens encryption and privacy by allowing law enforcement to force companies to create backdoors.
Why it matters
The bill raises significant concerns regarding digital privacy, constitutional rights, and the security of encrypted communications in Canada.
Canada’s Parliament is debating a massive expansion of surveillance powers that will threaten the privacy and security of millions of people. Bill C-22, also called the Lawful Access Act, has already passed the House of Commons, and is now before the Canadian Senate.
Canadians still have an opportunity to speak out and stop this dangerous legislation. The Canadian Civil Liberties Association (CCLA) is urging all Canadians to sign its petition opposing the bill. (The petition on CCLA’s website is governed by CCLA’s privacy policy.)
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