Status: Passed 1st reading in the Senate
Description: Prohibits making, distributing or advertising pornography without first ascertaining that every person depicted is over 18 years of age and gave their consent to their image being depicted.
Analysis: Organizations such as Pornhub have been criticized for profiting from non-consensual pornography and child pornography, but further steps need to be taken to protect people from online sexual exploitation. This bill would make such exploitation a criminal offence, punishable by a fine of up to $500,000 or up to ten years in prison.
