Social Media &
Platform Law

Q: What are the disclosure rules for influencer sponsorships in Canada?

Under the Canadian Competition Act and Ad Standards guidelines, creators and brands must clearly and prominently disclose any material connection—including monetary payments, free gifts, loans, or affiliate commissions. Disclosures such as #ad or #sponsored must be visible without clicking 'more'.

Q: How do you handle bad-faith copyright strikes and Content ID disputes?

We advise on fair dealing protections under the Canadian Copyright Act, draft formal counter-notices against improper takedowns, and handle negotiations where rights holders abuse automated strike mechanisms to silence commentary or harm competitors.

Strategic legal counsel for creators, digital agencies, and e-commerce brands in Ontario. Navigating YouTube and Meta account suspensions, platform strikes, sponsorship agreements, and online brand protection.

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Internet Defamation & Brand Attacks

Advocacy under the Libel and Slander Act regarding cyber-libel, malicious reviews, anonymous smearing, and online impersonation. We assist clients in issuing formal cease-and-desist notices, seeking injunctive relief, and pursuing damages.

Creator & Influencer Agreements

Drafting and reviewing Master Service Agreements (MSAs), brand sponsorships, agency talent agreements, and usage licenses. We advise on compliance with the Competition Act and Ad Standards Canada disclosure requirements.

Platform Disputes & Account Reinstatement

Representation for creators and businesses facing arbitrary account suspensions, policy strikes, or disabled profiles across YouTube, Meta, and TikTok. We analyze Terms of Service breaches and draft formal legal demand letters to dispute automated platform enforcement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I take legal action over a false or malicious online review?

Truth and fair comment are legal defenses against defamation in Ontario. However, if an online review contains verifiably false statements of fact, was published maliciously, or forms part of a coordinated campaign that causes quantifiable harm to your business reputation, legal recourse under Ontario's Libel and Slander Act may be available.

Can a disabled YouTube, Meta, or TikTok account be recovered?

While social media platforms exercise broad operational discretion under their Terms of Service, their relationship with business users remains contractual. Where an account closure or strike stems from flawed automated enforcement, misapplied policies, or unproven allegations, a formal legal demand letter directed to platform legal counsel can escalate your case beyond automated support channels.

What are the disclosure rules for influencer sponsorships in Canada?

Under the Canadian Competition Act and Ad Standards guidelines, creators and brands must clearly and prominently disclose any material connection—including monetary payments, free gifts, loans, or affiliate commissions. Relying solely on buried tags is legally insufficient; disclosures such as #ad or #sponsored must be visible without clicking 'more'.

How do you handle bad-faith copyright strikes and Content ID disputes?

We advise on fair dealing protections under the Canadian Copyright Act, draft formal counter-notices against improper takedowns, and handle negotiations where rights holders abuse automated strike mechanisms to silence commentary or harm competitors.

Legal Disclaimer: The information provided on this page is for general educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute formal legal advice. Account recovery depends on specific platform policies and contractual terms; past outcomes do not guarantee future results. To obtain legal advice regarding your specific circumstances, schedule a consultation with Ahlawat Law PC.