MANITOBA PLANS SOCIAL MEDIA BAN FOR YOUTH

Premier Wab Kinew revealed the proposal during a fundraiser event and on social media platform X, citing concerns about how platforms harm children. "They're doing these awful things to kids all in the name of a few likes, all in the name of more engagement, and all in the name of money," Kinew said. The announcement marks a significant policy shift, though specific details about the ban remain unclear. Questions linger about age thresholds, enforcement mechanisms, and which platforms or AI tools would be covered. If enacted, Manitoba would become the first Canadian province to establish such a comprehensive restriction. The move reflects growing global concerns about social media's impact on youth mental health, online safety, and screen time habits. Other jurisdictions have pursued similar measures. France implemented age restrictions on social media, while several U.S. states have proposed or passed legislation limiting minors' access to certain platforms.