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Foreign interference bill could have ‘chilling effect’ on freedom of expression, but also praised for economic security benefits

Bill C-70, the Countering Foreign Interference Act, received royal assent on June 20. But the legislation still contains loopholes that allow for secret, foreign interference in nomination contests, political party leadership contests, and elections and policymaking processes, says Democracy Watch's Duff Conacher.

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BY JESSE CNOCKAERT
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