IT World Canada covers the impact of C-61 on the recent election and the prospect for future copyright reform.
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The Copyright Candidates
Just over two weeks ago, I posted a 2008 election copyright pledge that sought commitments to respect both creator and consumer rights, to guard against weakening user rights, and to fully consult on future reforms. The reaction has been absolutely terrific. The Green Party joined as a party, noting that […]
ZDNet on Canadian Copyright
ZDNet covers the Conservative commitment to bring back C-61 and the popularity of the copyright pledge.
30 More Candidates Add Their Support For The Copyright Pledge
While the Conservative decision to include the re-introduction of C-61 in its platform makes it unlikely that many (or any) of its candidates will support the copyright pledge, interest from Liberal and New Democrat candidates continues to grow (the Green party already committed as a party). In addition to the […]
Conservatives Promise to Re-Introduce Canadian DMCA
The Conservative Party has released its platform and it devotes a half-page to copyright that leaves little doubt that it plans to bring back Bill C-61 and continue to support ACTA. According to the platform: A re-elected Conservative Government led by Stephen Harper will reintroduce federal copyright legislation that strikes […]