Tashi Farmilo
LJI Reporter

The Special Commission on the Impacts of Screens and Social Networks on the Health and
Development of Young People has launched an extensive online public consultation, aiming to
gather perspectives from Quebecers about the influence of screens on youth. Open to anyone
aged 14 and over, the consultation seeks to understand concerns regarding screen time, social
media, video games, cyberbullying, and online supervision measures. The public can participate
until January 31, 2025.

In addition to the online consultation, the Commission will conduct an on-site tour of schools
across Quebec, including a stop in the Outaouais during the week of November 18. This tour
will see Commission members interacting directly with students in primary and secondary
schools to hear firsthand how screen use affects their lives.

Following a round of expert testimony heard in September, where more than 40 specialists and
organizations shared insights on youth screen use, the Commission is committed to involving
young voices in the discourse. Chair of the Commission, Amélie Dionne, Member of Parliament
for Rivière-du-Loup-Témiscouata, stressed the value of community feedback, “Our aim is to
hear directly from Quebecers, especially the youth, whose health and development we are
studying.” Commission Vice-Chair and Marquette MP Enrico Ciccone added, “Consulting the
public will enrich our understanding and ensure diverse opinions shape our recommendations.”

For residents of the Outaouais, this initiative comes at a critical time. With increased screen
reliance among youth, community leaders are eager to address both the opportunities and
challenges presented by technology. Following the public consultation and school tour, findings
will be integrated into a report due by May 30, 2025.

For more information or to participate, visit the consultation at:
https://questionnaire.simplesondage.com/f/s.aspx?s=2a8878c4-a000-4d3a-8445-848672b18a2f

Photo: The Special Commission on the Impact of Screens and Social Networks on the Health
and Development of Young People, chaired by MNA Amélie Dionne, alongside MNAs Enrico
Ciccone, Alexandre Leduc, and Pascal Bérubé, begins its public consultation and expert
hearings to address concerns about screen time and youth health in Quebec. (TF) Photo:
screenshot from press conference on CPAC