Signal and NordVPN Threaten Exit Over Lawful Access Bill
Signal and NordVPN warn of potential withdrawal from Canada due to the country's lawful access bill, raising concerns about digital privacy and government surveillance.
May 2026
Signal warns about potential exit from Canada
Signal warned it would withdraw operations from Canada if it were forced to comply with a lawful access bill.
Source ↗NordVPN considering exit from Canada over proposed bill
NordVPN stated it is reviewing the federal government’s proposed lawful access bill. The company indicated it would consider leaving Canada if the bill forced a compromise of its privacy protections.
Source ↗Signal warns exit from Canada over lawful access bill
Signal issued a warning that it would withdraw services from Canada. This threat was linked to the Canadian government's lawful access bill.
Source ↗Signal warns potential withdrawal from Canada
Signal issued a warning that it would withdraw from Canada. This action is contingent upon the country's lawful access bill.
Source ↗Signal warns of withdrawal over Canada lawful access bill
Signal stated it would withdraw from Canada if forced to comply with the lawful access bill.
Source ↗Signal threatens withdrawal from Canada over lawful access bill
Signal announced it would withdraw from Canada if required to comply with the lawful access bill. This threat was made in a discussion regarding digital privacy concerns.
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