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flag Influencers generated 47% of political content in Canada’s 2025 election, surpassing news outlets and politicians, raising concerns about misinformation and platform accountability.

flag Influencers dominated online political discourse in Canada’s 2025 federal election, generating 47% of political content—more than news outlets (28%) and politicians (18%)—according to a report by the Canadian Digital Media Research Network. flag The study analyzed 1.5 million posts from February to May across platforms including X, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. flag Researchers attribute the shift to Meta’s 2023 news ban in Canada and changes at X under Elon Musk, which reduced traditional news visibility and amplified less trustworthy, polarizing content. flag While the election outcome was unaffected, the report warns of growing risks from misinformation, foreign interference, and weak platform accountability. flag It urges influencers to verify information, disclose sponsorships, and promote civic engagement, and calls for greater platform transparency to protect democratic integrity.

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