‘Narrow’ foreign agent rules may create gaps in countering influence operations: lawyer | Unpublished
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Author: Alex Boutilier
Publication Date: January 16, 2026 - 05:00

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‘Narrow’ foreign agent rules may create gaps in countering influence operations: lawyer

January 16, 2026
Canada’s foreign agent registry was created in response to concerns raised over alleged covert influence in national politics by countries like China and India.


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