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Bill C-36, which brings back a civil remedy for hate speech under Section 13 of the Canadian Human Rights Act, has been criticized by advocates who say it could put a chill on free expression. Under the legislation, Canadians could bring complaints about online hate speech to the Canadian Human Rights Commission, who would then refer cases to a tribunal.
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But those in favour of the legislation argue that the problem of online hate has gotten so much worse since the original Section 13 was repealed eight years ago that how it affects free expression rights has changed too.
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