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The Government of Canada has joined the European Commission and the U.S. House of Representatives in banning TikTok on government-issued devices.
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The ban comes amid concerns that the Chinese government can use the app to spy on users.
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The ban is effectively starting Feb. 28 and is in line with the approach of Canada's international partners.
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The Chief Information Officer of Canada determined that TikTok presents an unacceptable level of risk to privacy and security.
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The ban doesn't extend to personal devices, but Canadians are advised to understand the risks of using TikTok.
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TikTok has opposed the move, calling it a singling out of the platform loved by millions of Canadians.
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There are calls from some political representatives to ban the app on all devices within the US.