For regulars on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram or Twitter, the blue checkmark is a familiar icon that confirms the user displaying it is verified in some way. But the pay to play model, I think it takes away from this whole idea that the internet is for all, social media is for all, and we are all on an equal level playing field, because all of a sudden now there's another level. Box 500 Station A Toronto, ON Canada, M5W 1E6It is a priority for CBC to create products that are accessible to all in Canada including people with visual, hearing, motor and cognitive challenges