In recent media appearances, Brock experts discussed children’s access to cellphones, social media and artificial intelligence (AI) tools as well as age limits for buying cannabis in Prince Edward Island. The official opening of the Robert Bateman Community Centre, which houses Brock’s Burlington Campus, was also covered in the media.

Ontario considers eye cellphone, social media bans in schools: Assistant Professor of Educational Studies Mohammed Estaiteyeh spoke to 610 CKTB, Giant FM and CBC outlets across the province — including in London, Toronto, Ottawa and Thunder Bay — about the provincial government’s move to consider banning cellphones and social media use in schools. Professor and Chair of Educational Studies David Hutchison also spoke to 610 CKTB about the issue.

Brock connects with Burlington community at Bateman opening celebration: The official opening of the Robert Bateman Community Centre, which houses Brock’s Burlington Campus, on May 2 was covered by CHCH News, Education News Canada and Academica.

Most Canadians would support potential ban of social media and AI chatbots for children: Professor of Child and Youth Studies Tony Volk spoke with CTV News about a poll showing more than two-thirds of Canadians would support banning access to AI chatbots and social media for children under the age of 16.

Experts say age limits on nicotine pouches, cannabis not a perfect solution for protecting young people: Associate Professor of Operations Research Michael Armstrong spoke to CBC News about the Prince Edward Island government considering higher age limits for purchasing cannabis.