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Bill 133, Kids' Online Safety and Privacy Month Act, 2024

Collard, Lucille

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EXPLANATORY

NOTE

The

Bill proclaims the month of September in each year as Kids’ Online Safety and

Privacy Month.

Bill 133 2023

Act to proclaim the month of September as Kids’ Online Safety and Privacy Month

Preamble

The

internet is an integral part of the daily lives of Ontarians, providing

numerous opportunities for learning, communication and entertainment. However,

while digital technology can offer many benefits, it also poses significant

risks to children. The protection of children in the online environment is a

critical issue that demands attention from parents, educators, legislators and

the wider community. Cyberbullying, online grooming, exploitation and

trafficking are just a few of the dangers that children may encounter on the

internet that can cause long-lasting harm. The community has a responsibility

to protect children from these risks.

Education

is key to ensuring the safety and privacy of children online. It is crucial

that parents are educated about their role in supervising their children’s

online activities and the importance of their responsibility in this regard. It

is also important to discuss this issue in schools to ensure that children are

aware of the risks and how to protect themselves.

proclaiming September as Kids’ Online Safety and Privacy Month, we prioritize

the need to raise awareness about online safety and privacy for children. This

month is an opportunity to highlight the importance of digital supervision,

education and responsibility. It is an occasion to emphasize the role of

parents and the wider community in protecting children from online dangers. By

acknowledging the significance of online safety and privacy for children, we

aim to ensure that children can navigate the digital world confidently and

safely.

Therefore,

His Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Legislative Assembly of

the Province of Ontario, enacts as follows:

Kids’

Online Safety and Privacy Month

The

month of September in each year is proclaimed as Kids’ Online Safety and

Privacy Month.

Commencement

This Act comes into force on the day it receives Royal Assent.

Short

title

The

short title of this Act is the Kids’ Online Safety and

Privacy Month Act, 2023 .

Date Bill stage Event Outcome Committee

June 6, 2024

Second Reading

Ordered referred to Standing Committee

Standing Committee on Social Policy

June 6, 2024

Second Reading

Vote

Carried

June 6, 2024

Second Reading

Question put

June 6, 2024

Second Reading

Debated

September 27, 2023

First Reading

Ordered for Second Reading

September 27, 2023

First Reading

Vote

Carried

First Reading

September 27, 2023

Carried

Second Reading

June 6, 2024

Debated

Question put

Carried

Ordered referred to Standing Committee

Standing Committee on Social Policy

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