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Michelle Ponti


Screen use is impacting child and youth mental health: time for action now

The federal government must bring Canada into alignment with emerging best practice. A clear and overdue first step would be to pass comprehensive digital safety legislation that establishes an independent regulator mandated with enforcement powers to protect the best interests of children and youth.

opinion | BY MICHELLE PONTI, STACEY BéLANGER | October 2, 2025