Canada bans TikTok’s operations in the country over security reasons [Video]

However, the government clarified that it is not blocking Canadians’ access to the app or their ability to create content.

According to Reuters, Innovation Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne stated, “The government is taking action to address the specific national security risks related to ByteDance Ltd’s operations in Canada through the establishment of TikTok Technology Canada Inc.”

The decision follows a review that began last year of TikTok’s plans to invest and expand in Canada.

Under Canadian law, the government can assess potential national security risks from foreign investments, but it cannot disclose the details of these assessments.

“The decision was based on the information and evidence collected over the course of the review and on the advice of Canada’s security and intelligence community and other government partners,” Champagne added.

However, TikTok has announced plans …