A viral rumor is drawing major attention online after claims surfaced that Canada’s House of Commons passed a bill that could criminalize quoting the Bible.
The rumor spread after an article reported that lawmakers approved Bill C-9, described as the Combatting Hate Act, and linked the bill to possible legal risks around religious expression. The article argued that changes in the law could open the door to action against people quoting certain parts of the Bible in public debate.
The claim quickly spread across online platforms and triggered strong reactions from religious groups, political commentators, and social media users. Supporters of the rumor say the bill threatens freedom of religion and free expression, while critics say the claim is being exaggerated for viral impact.
Because the issue is spreading widely online and generating public debate, it is being treated as a major international rumor story.