A local tech expert says Google’s decision to remove Canadian news from its platforms and terminate deals with local publishers will have a significant impact on the availability and accessibility of news for Canadian readers.

The move is in response to Bill C-18, which forces tech giants to negotiate compensation deals with media outlets. In response, Google is pulling Canadian news from its platforms.

Kevin Andrews says this will have real impacts on Canadians’ access to news.

He says without Google Search Engine, News or Discover, it will be much harder for readers to find what they are looking for and stay informed.