Supreme Court of Canada shifts focus from X Platform due to ‘Strategic Priorities’
Canada’s highest court has announced its decision to shift away from using the social media platform, X.
The Supreme Court of Canada made this announcement in a post on X on Feb. 26, which garnered significant engagement compared to its usual content. Within five hours, the post had over 216,000 views, prompting numerous X users to question the change.
“Dear subscribers – moving forward, we will be focusing our communication efforts on other platforms,” the court’s post stated. “We encourage you to follow us on our LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube accounts to stay updated.”
The Supreme Court’s presence on X dates back to 2015 and has amassed over 45,000 followers. In contrast, its Facebook page has 11,000 followers. X ranks as the second most popular news app on the Apple App Store.
The court has traditionally used its X account to share information about its proceedings and decisions on leave applications.
When asked about the rationale behind discontinuing the use of X, the court’s spokesperson, David Lauder, explained that the decision is based on strategic priorities and resource allocation.
“We are focusing on platforms that allow us to best serve the public and provide relevant information about the Court’s work within our limited resources,” Lauder emphasized.
Recent announcements about abandoning X – a platform owned by entrepreneur Elon Musk – have been on the rise since Musk acquired its predecessor, Twitter. Concerns over content moderation, Musk’s support for free speech, and his collaborations with former President Trump have fueled user apprehensions.
Canadian municipalities like Cambridge, Ont., and the District of North Vancouver, B.C., recently announced their exit from X, citing conflicting values.
In November 2024, British newspaper The Guardian declared its decision to cease posting on X through official accounts, labeling it a “toxic media platform” utilized by Musk to influence political discussions.
Lawyer Eva Chipiuk expressed disappointment and concern over the Supreme Court’s move away from X, emphasizing the court’s responsibility to make impartial decisions impacting all Canadians.
“There are only two ways to lead: you either divide and conquer, or you build and unite,” Chipiuk wrote on X.
