Hikvision Challenges Canada Shutdown, Court Pauses Order

Chinese surveillance technology company Hikvision is seeking a judicial review to challenge the Canadian government’s order to shut down its Canadian operations, which Ottawa says is needed for national security. The enforcement of the shutdown order is paused while the court hears Hikvision’s legal challenge. The Canadian government has not disclosed specific findings from its security review. Hikvision denies any wrongdoing, claims compliance with Canadian laws, and argues the decision is discriminatory. The company faces similar bans and human rights allegations abroad, including in the US over its alleged role in abuses in China’s Xinjiang region. The Chinese embassy has condemned Canada’s move, calling it disruptive to trade and economic ties.