Reforms to the statutory damages provisions formed a big part of the government's communication strategy for Bill C-61. Although scooped by the National Post, Industry Minister Jim Prentice emphasized the introduction of amendments to the statutory damages provisions that purportedly create limits for damages that arise from "private purposes" infringement. […]
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CBC on Facebook Activism
The CBC covers the emergence of Facebook activism, with a particular focus on fair copyright.
61 Reforms to C-61, Day 56: Interlibrary Digital Loans Must Self-Destruct In Five Days
Bill C-61's library provisions are not confined to e-reserves. The bill adds a new Section 30.2(5.01) to the Copyright Act that is designed to facilitate digital distribution of materials for interlibrary loans. The section states: A library, archive or museum, or a person acting under the authority of one, may, […]
CBC on Telecom in Canada
The CBC.ca has begun a special report on telecom in Canada, titled Disconnected. Today's articles include an interview with Jim Prentice and a look at mounting consumer frustration.
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TorrentFreak reports that Isohunt, a Canadian-based torrent tracker, has filed suit against the Canadian Recording Industry Association. Isohunt is seeking a confirmation that it does not infringe Canadian copyright law.
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