As elections take place in an increasingly complicated online world, voters are exposed to a huge mix of news, social media posts, AI-generated content, and false information spread by organized groups. New digital technologies have made it easier for people to learn about issues and take part in civic life, but they have also raised concerns about trust, fair elections, and respectful public discussion.
This panel brings together experts in misinformation, journalism, and election administration to explore the challenges and opportunities facing democracy today. How are AI and new technologies changing the way people get information? What do these changes mean for voters, journalists, and election officials? And what can be done to build public trust in elections while helping people stay informed and engaged in public life?
Featuring
Nick Hune-Brown
Journalist and Author
Award-winning magazine writer and Executive Editor at The Local
University of Toronto focused on the impacts of disinformation on democracies in Europe and North America and Lab Manager at the University of British Columbia.
Tobias Novogrodsky
Deputy City Clerk
Election Services, City of Toronto
Moderated by: Anita Li
CEO and editor-in-chief of The Green Line
Toronto's municipal election takes place on October 26, 2026. Check out the KnowYourVote.TO website and the Celebrate Democracy page to learn more about the upcoming election, access important voter resources, and discover activities and interactive library programs for all ages happening at a branch near you.
This initiative is made possible by donations to the Toronto Public Library Foundation and is generously supported by the McConnell Foundation.
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For: Adults (18+), Older Adults, Teens (13-17), Younger Adults (18-24). Programme type: Civic & Community Engagement. Series: Celebrate Democracy. Location in branch: Beeton Hall. Registration is required. Limited to 80 participants.
Monday, October 19
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Toronto Reference Library · 789 Yonge Street
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