40% of Canadian teens report online victimization on Snapchat

A report by the Canadian Centre for Child Protection reveals that nearly 40% of Canadian teens who experienced online sexual victimization reported it occurred on Snapchat. The survey, involving around 1,300 teens, highlighted the need for stronger regulations on tech platforms to enhance child safety, particularly concerning private messaging. The report calls for new legislation from Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government to address gaps in online safety, especially regarding non-consensual image sharing. The findings underscore the growing concern over online sexual exploitation and the role of popular messaging apps in facilitating such incidents.

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