TikTok Challenges Canadian Government's Order to Shut Down Its Business

The video-sharing platform seeks judicial review, calling the national security-driven decision unreasonable and harmful to Canada's economy.

TikTok has filed for a judicial review in Federal Court in Vancouver to overturn the Canadian government's order to dissolve its business in the country.
The government ordered TikTok's Canadian operations to shut down in November following a national security review under the Investment Canada Act.
TikTok argues the decision is disproportionate, procedurally unfair, and lacks a rational connection to the identified security risks.
The company claims the shutdown would eliminate hundreds of jobs, disrupt contracts, and harm Canadian creators and businesses who rely on its platform.
The Canadian government defends its decision, citing advice from its security and intelligence community, while TikTok asserts there were less severe alternatives available.