Canada’s Governor General on mission to combat hateful online comments by fostering civility

From public figures to the average person, anyone can be a target when it comes to hateful online comments. That includes Canada's Governor General Mary Simon, who has made it a mission to help foster more civility — and says a lack of it has affected her personally. In February 2023, the Governor General's office disabled comments on her social media platforms because of the abusive, misogynistic and racist engagements — including violent threats — her website states. Citing a recent conference she convened, Simon proposed several solutions, which included mentoring other people, more mental health support and being an ally. Global’s Nathaniel Dove has more in this exclusive interview. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca/news/10530320/mary-simon-online-hate-interview/ Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Like Global News on Facebook HERE: http://bit.ly/255GMJQ Follow Global News on X HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt Follow Global News on Instagram HERE: https://bit.ly/2QZaZIB #GlobalNews #Online #GovernorGeneral