The phenomenon of sharenting, where parents share their children's lives online for profit, is facing backlash, notably from the children themselves. In contrast to some U.S. states implementing legal protections, Canada is lagging in creating laws addressing this issue. Vass Bednar highlights the need for policy progress in Canada, reflecting on the delicate nature of monetizing children's lives. Although parents often enjoy these influencer videos as a source of community, concerns about the implications on children's well-being are surfacing, raising questions about the long-term impact of this digital exposure.
"I haven't seen any policy progress on this or even policy attention in Canada. And maybe this is a generational problem, but we would still benefit from legislation in the meantime."
"Viewing your child as a potential way to monetize or perhaps get free stuff is, I think, so delicate and fraught."
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