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Tracking the Copyright Consultation Discussion Forum: Final Results |
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Tuesday September 15, 2009
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Throughout the copyright consultation, I've been assisted by University of Ottawa student Frances Munn, who has been tracking the discussion in the online forum (earlier updates here, here, and here). While submissions will still be accepted until midnight tonight, the discussion forum is now closed. The forum attracted over 2,000 comments with a summary posted below. Copyright and You How do Canada’s copyright laws affect you? How should existing laws be modernized? September 13, 2009 (1183 responses) Many posters spoke out against DRM and a three-strikes rule while also supporting more consumer rights such as fair use and personal copying and backup rights for legitimately purchased materials. In addition, many people were concerned about the unfair influence of big corporations in the copyright debate. As well, many artists argued that they had the right to be compensated for their work and that online file-sharing was theft. Finally, there were several philosophical discussions behind the meaning and definition of “copyright” in the Internet age.
Test of Time Based on Canadian values and interests, how should copyright changes be made in order to withstand the test of time? September 13, 2009 (175 responses)
Innovation and Creativity What sorts of copyright changes do you believe would best foster innovation and creativity in Canada? September 13, 2009 (359 responses) Many people argued for more copyright “freedom” in order to foster creativity such as a stronger public domain, expanded fair dealing, and shorter copyright terms. On the other hand, several posters argued that artists needed stronger copyright laws and protections. Others were concerned that government was bowing to pressure from big business.
Competition and Investment What sorts of copyright changes do you believe would best foster competition and investment in Canada? September 13, 2009 (72 responses) Several posters argued anti-circumvention measures undermine competition and that copyright laws had to be fairer to individuals. Other posters proposed shortening copyright terms. Several people argued for net neutrality and a more open system.
Digital Economy What kinds of changes would best position Canada as a leader in the global, digital economy? September 13, 2009 (457 responses)
Comments (5)
pat donovan
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grunt the root of all evil here is the def of property.. which is changing. pity ya didn't ask for video responses.. current literacey (sic) is also different from the traditional views. packrat |
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Golden Spoon Another poster argued that musicians deserve to be compensated fairly and that it was difficult to make a decent living off live performances. Hrm. Didn't think copywrite was supposed to be a guaranteed golden spoon and that people still need to work for a living. If you can't handle the grind of live performances, you may want to get a more stable profession, like plumbing or electrician. |
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... Working sucks.. Playing music is fun! They should make it so everyone can make a living off just being a musician! :) |
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All this is nothing new "There has grown up in the minds of certain groups in this country the notion that because a man or corporation has made a profit out of the public for a number of years, the government and the courts are charged with the duty of guaranteeing such profit in the future, even in the face of changing circumstances and contrary to the public interest. This strange doctrine is not supported by statute nor common law. Neither individuals nor corporations have any right to come into court and ask that the clock of history be stopped, or turned back." Life-Line by Robert A. Heinlein, 1939 |
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