Reactions to the proposed Liberal Bill C-32 amendments included criticism from groups like the Writers Guild of Canada and the Canadian Association of Broadcasters, along with modest support from the Canadian Conference for the Arts. The Conservatives, meanwhile, escalated the rhetoric around the “iPod tax” issue by releasing a radio […]
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USTR Launches Request for Comments on ACTA
The USTR has launched a public request for comments on the Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement. There has been no indication from Canadian officials about possible meetings or consultations.
Liberals Stake Out Positions on Bill C-32
In the aftermath of the “No iPod Tax” event earlier this week, the Liberals have come forward this morning with specific positions on Bill C-32. The announcement is welcome since it helps clarify where the party stands and specifically where compromise is needed if the bill is to be passed. […]
C-32 Committee Hearings on Hold Until At Least Late January
Despite initial plans for a Bill C-32 hearing yesterday, the Legislative Committee postponed its scheduled hearing. The next hearing is unlikely to occur at least until January 31, 2011.
Japan Moves Closer to Fair Use
Add Japan to the list of countries seemingly ready to move to a system that includes fair use. Reports indicate that a government advisory panel has approved “a plan to tolerate the unlicensed use of copyrighted works unless the use unduly infringes on the interest of the copyright holder.”
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