Quebec government combats election interference with new disinformation bill

April 3, 2025, 2:22 pm

Quebec lawmakers have introduced legislation aimed at protecting the electoral process by criminalizing the deliberate spread of false information designed to interfere with elections. The bill reflects a proactive effort to safeguard public trust in democratic institutions.

theglobeandmail.com / Quebec government introduces bill to combat disinformation and interference in elections

The bill would make it an offence to knowingly spread false information to influence or disturb an election or compromise the public’s trust in the electoral process

thestar.com / Quebec government tables bill to combat election disinformation and interference

QUÉBEC - The Quebec government has introduced a bill to preserve the integrity of the electoral process by tackling deliberate disinformation and election interference.

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