The Conservatives hold their convention later this week with 80 resolutions being considered for possible debate in the plenary session. The resolutions are proposed by local chapters and at least two focus on Internet access and net neutrality. Resolution P-063 (Durham) on broadband states: We believe in the need for […]
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The Copyright Pressure Points: What Next for Canadian Copyright
The government delivered its Speech from the Throne on Friday, which included a commitment to “introduce and seek swift passage of copyright legislation that balances the needs of creators and users.” This should come as no surprise – as I posted last month, the reintroduction of Bill C-32 is by […]
CRTC Launches Online Consultation on Wholesale Internet Services
The CRTC has launched an online consultation in advance of next month’s hearing on wholesale Internet services. The consult poses four main questions and invites the public to respond by June 24th.
Australian Music, Software Groups Back Away From Internet Termination
The Australian Content Industry Group, which includes the music industry’s anti-piracy arm and the book, computer software and video game industries, has backed away from a call for a three strikes system leading to termination of Internet accounts. The group is still calling for “mitigation measures” but says loss of […]
Canadian Government Departments “Hoarding Copyrights”
A new report finds that Canadian government departments are hoarding hundreds of patents and copyrights each year in violation of the government’s own IP policy.
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