Ottawa, March 10 -- Canada has allowed TikTok to operate in the country following a national security review, but with legally binding conditions aimed at strengthening data protection and safeguarding minors online.

Industry Minister Melanie Joly said the decision was taken after a detailed assessment conducted under the Investment Canada Act, including advice from Canada's security and intelligence agencies.

The minister said protecting Canadians' personal data and ensuring the safety of children online remain key priorities for the government.

The company will also adopt additional protections for minors, reflecting recommendations made in a joint investigation by the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada into TikTok's data p...