The CBC is reporting that the Conservative government has quietly killed the CAIRS database, an invaluable source of information that listed virtually all ATIP requests. The database was an essential research tool for more open government and the decision will have an exceptionally damaging effect on government accountability and transparency.
Archive for May 2nd, 2008
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Why the Government’s New Telecom Policy Directive Means More of the Same for Canada’s Communications Competition Woes 
The Unrecognizable Bill C-11: The Online Streaming Act Comes to the Heritage Committee 
No Comment: Government Moves to End Debate on Online News Bill Despite a No-Show from Canadian Heritage Minister Pablo Rodriguez 
Is the Government Seeking to Short Circuit the Senate Review of Bill C-11? 
CRTC Chair Confirms Bill C-11 Captures User Content, Will Take Years to Implement
