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Should the government use facial recognition technology for mass surveillance to enhance public safety?

Facial recognition technology uses software to identify individuals based on their facial features, and can be used to monitor public spaces and enhance security measures. Proponents argue that it enhances public safety by identifying and preventing potential threats, and helps in locating missing persons and criminals. Opponents argue that it infringes on privacy rights, can lead to misuse and discrimination, and raises significant ethical and civil liberties concerns.

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Response rates from 242 Barrie 139 voters.

53%
Yes
47%
No
44%
Yes
44%
No
7%
Yes, but only if it’s tightly regulated and used with transparency
2%
No, it sets a dangerous precedent for government control over citizens
2%
Yes, but only targeting criminal hotspots to protect vulnerable communities
1%
No, this would be too expensive to implement
0%
No, I trust the technology but not the humans that could misuse it

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Unique answers from Barrie 139 voters whose views went beyond the provided options.

 @B27PCQLfrom Alberta  answered…1yr1Y

No, the technology is trustworthy but it sets a dangerous precedent for the government and requires too much trust as it can be misused.

 @BBDSHS4from Nova Scotia  answered…2mos2MO

I think that this could be somewhat helpful, but I believe if it was to be implemented, that it should not be at a massive extent. in some areas like banks or public areas, these facial recognition tech is more acceptable, being used for general safety. not for government control.

 @B8YHQX8from Ontario  answered…5mos5MO

I am inbetween "Yes, but only targeting criminal hotspots to protect vulnerable communities" and "No, I trust the technology but not the humans that could misuse it"

 @B7G5TCCfrom British Columbia  answered…7mos7MO

No, this would be too expensive to implement. No, it sets a dangerous precedent for government control over citizens.

 @B74723Tfrom Ontario  answered…8mos8MO

Only if it tightly regulated and used by whistleblowers but only targeting criminal hot spots to protect whistleblowers

 @B49LKNYfrom Alberta  answered…1yr1Y

never, you would find me taking down the cameras with my own hands, because i dont want anyone to be watching me, or anyine else. this happened in the soviet union, and we saw what happened

 @B3RXXXKfrom British Columbia  answered…1yr1Y

Facial recognition can enhance security, but mass surveillance raises serious privacy concerns. A regulated, case-by-case approach—with strict oversight and ethical guidelines—might be the best path forward.

 @B3MY9V3from Ontario  answered…1yr1Y

I'd say no, what would you do if the system fails, then your homes basically a target for criminals, I suggest sticking to the conventinal lock design where you use a key to enter.

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