Appeared in the Toronto Star on June 3, 2010 as Long-Awaited Copyright Reform Plan Flawed But Flexible Copyright has long been viewed as one of the government's most difficult and least rewarding policy issues. It attracts passionate views from a wide range of stakeholders, including creators, consumers, businesses, and educators […]
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Security Breach Disclosure Bill Has Bark But No Bite
Appeared in the Toronto Star on May 31, 2010 as Security breach disclosure bill has bark but no bite Last week Industry Minister Tony Clement unveiled two bills touted as important components of the government’s national digital strategy. The Fighting Internet and Wireless Spam Act is a repeat of the […]
An Unofficial User Guide to the Coming Copyright Bill
Appeared in the Toronto Star on May 24, 2010 as An unofficial user’s guide to the coming copyright bill Media reports last week indicated that the government plans to introduce its long-awaited copyright reform bill within the next few days. The bill is sure to spark widespread debate since all […]
Seven Copyright Questions for Heritage Minister Moore
Appeared in the Hill Times on May 24, 2010 as My Seven Questions for Heritage Minister Moore on Copyright: Geist With reports that a new copyright bill could be introduced this week, thousands of Canadians have been expressing concern with the government's plans, as there are mounting fears that the […]
Canada’s Digital Strategy’s Unasked Questions: Who Leads? Who Pays?
Appeared in the Toronto Star on May 17, 2010 as Digital Strategy's Unasked Questions: Who Leads? Who Pays? Last week Industry Minister Tony Clement unveiled the government’s much-anticipated Digital Economy Strategy consultation. The consultation is slated to run for two months and includes an online forum, face-to-face meetings, and a […]
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