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NetworkAlleged
PRC-linked Canadian WeChat narrative network
A set of WeChat accounts and Chinese-language media channels that Canada's Rapid Response Mechanism assessed had coordinated false narratives against the Conservative Party, Erin O'Toole and Kenny Chiu during the 2021 federal election. RRM identified links to the PRC information environment but reported no clear evidence that the campaign was directed by the PRC government.
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Elections
Evidence Library
Official reportRapid Response Mechanism Canada, Global Affairs CanadaOctober 8, 2021New
Chinese state media and Canadian WeChat accounts spread false narratives in Canada's 2021 electionOriginalArchive pending
Official reportPublic Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic InstitutionsJanuary 28, 2025New
Canada Foreign Interference Commission final report, volume 1OriginalArchive pending
Official reportRapid Response Mechanism Canada, Global Affairs CanadaOctober 8, 2021New
Chinese state media and Canadian WeChat accounts spread false narratives in Canada's 2021 electionOriginalArchive pending
Official reportPublic Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic InstitutionsJanuary 28, 2025New
Canada Foreign Interference Commission final report, volume 1OriginalArchive pending