Meta Says Lawful Access Bill Would Enlist Businesses in Government Surveillance

By The Epoch Times May 8, 2026
Facebook’s parent company Meta told lawmakers that Ottawa’s plan to give security agencies increased access to user data has a number of pitfalls, including turning tech companies into surveillance arms of the government. The government’s Bill C-22, also known as the Lawful Access Act, is currently being studied by the House of Commons public safety committee, where stakeholders and experts are offering recommendations on how the bill could be improved. MPs heard from tech company Meta Platforms, police services, and law professors at the May 8 meeting. Rachel Curran, Meta’s head of public policy, said portions of Bill C-22 improve on the Liberal government’s previous attempt to establish a lawful access regime through Bill C-2....
Meta Says Lawful Access Bill Would Enlist Businesses in Government Surveillance

Meta Says Lawful Access Bill Would Enlist Businesses in Government Surveillance Meta has informed lawmakers that Ottawa’s proposed Bill C-22, or the Lawful Access Act, presents significant issues. A primary concern is that the bill could compel technology companies to act as government surveillance agents. This legislation is currently under review by the House of Commons public safety committee, with input being gathered from various stakeholders.

  • Meta argues that Bill C-22 could turn tech companies into arms of government surveillance.
  • Bill C-22, also known as the Lawful Access Act, is being reviewed by the House of Commons public safety committee.
  • Stakeholders, including Meta, police services, and law professors, are providing recommendations on the bill.
  • Rachel Curran of Meta stated that parts of Bill C-22 are an improvement over previous lawful access attempts.

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