Trudeau government bans TikTok from operating in Canada — but Canadians can still use it

What does this mean for TikTok users in Canada?

The Government of Canada has banned TikTok from operating in the country, effective immediately. The move comes after the Chinese-owned social media app was found to be collecting user data without their consent. The ban also includes the TikTok app's Lite version.

The ban does not, however, prevent Canadians from using TikTok. Canadians can still access the app through a virtual private network (VPN), which encrypts their internet traffic and routes it through a server in another country.

Why has the government banned TikTok?

The Government of Canada has banned TikTok because it was found to be collecting user data without their consent. This data included personal information such as names, addresses, and phone numbers, as well as browsing history and location data.

The government also found that TikTok was sharing this data with the Chinese government. This raised concerns about the security of Canadians' personal information, as well as the potential for the Chinese government to use this data to influence Canadian politics.

What are the implications of this ban?

The ban on TikTok in Canada has a number of implications. First, it will make it more difficult for Canadians to use the app. While Canadians can still use TikTok through a VPN, this is not a foolproof solution. VPNs can be unreliable, and they can also slow down internet speeds.

Second, the ban will likely damage TikTok's reputation in Canada. The fact that the government has banned the app will make many Canadians wary of using it, even if they can still access it through a VPN.

Finally, the ban will likely have a negative impact on the Canadian economy. TikTok is a popular app in Canada, and the ban will likely lead to a decline in advertising revenue for Canadian businesses.