Centre for Law, Technology and Society

www.uottawa.ca • November 10, 2026

Teresa Scassa to help shape the future of global privacy on the Global Privacy Assembly Reference Panel

Elections under influence: A new report examines how to protect electoral integrity in the age of social media influencers

UN report cites Professor Jennifer Chandler’s research on neuroscientific evidence in law

Fostering dialogue and awareness

SimPolitics: America’s Quest to Solve Politics with Computers

The University of Ottawa Centre for Law, Technology and Society presents a conversation with Fenwick McKelvey (Concordia University) around his new bo…

Gouverner l’IA en santé : Regards croisés France–Canada sur les enjeux de données et responsabilités

The Centre for Law, Technology and Society and Centre for Health Law, Ethics and Policy at the University of Ottawa, in collaboration with the Partena…

Deciphering and reimagining the technological context

For 25 years, our group has been leading global conversations on the impact of technology on society and fundamental liberties in efforts to shape policy for a better technological future. Explore publications, blogs, and opinions delivering thought-provoking analysis and cutting-edge insights from our members.

Help shape a better technological future

Centre for Law, Technology and Society

Brooks Building, 4th Floor (BRS 409) 100 Thomas More St. Ottawa, ON

Centre for Law, Technology and Society University of Ottawa 57 Louis Pasteur St. Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5 Canada

Email: [email protected] Phone: 1-613-562-5800 ext 3206

The full story

This article is one source in a clustered incident — the cluster page carries the summary, timeline and every other outlet covering it.

Regulatory Challenges of Political Influencers in Elections A new report from International IDEA discusses the growing influence of social media influencers in elections and the challenges they pose to electoral integrity. It highlights that influencers, who can engage audiences effectively, also blur the lines between genuine political expression and paid campaigning. The report reviews existing regulations across 18 countries and the EU, revealing that most frameworks do not adequately address the unique role of influencers. Recommendations include defining influencers clearly and ensuring regulations do not infringe on free speech. The report aims to guide policymakers and electoral bodies in adapting to these challenges as political communication evolves. 1 sources 45

Extracted Entities

Countries (2)

Canada France