Is dating someone online illegal?

How to Date Online Safely and Legally. Although online dating is generally safe, you run the risk of violating laws related to preying on minors, cyberstalking, and prostitution. You cannot run a background check on every person you meet online. However, you can take prudent steps to protect yourself.

Can a 15 year old date a 18 year old in Canada?

For exploitative sexual activity (prostitution or pornography, or where there is a relationship of trust, authority or dependency), the age of consent is 18 years. For example, a 15-year-old can consent to having sexual intercourse with a 20-year-old, but not with a 21-year-old.