A large group of prominent Quebec artists are traveling to Ottawa today to voice opposition to Bill C-32 and support for a new levy system on ISPs.
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Music Publisher Ole Criticizes C-32
Ole, Canada’s largest music publisher, has issued a stinging release on Bill C-32, arguing that the bill does little for songwriters and artists. The release notes that digital locks represent a failed strategy, instead advocating for levy systems.
Intellectual Property Appears to Figure Prominently In Wikileaks Cablegate
Intellectual property policy has long been closely linked to U.S. trade policy, so it should come as little surprise to find that it appears to figure prominently in the cables obtained by Wikileaks. Although only a couple hundreds have been posted thus far, the Guardian has supplied a full list […]
Maclean’s Covers Access Copyright Licence Non-Renewals
Maclean’s has a post on the momentum at Canadian universities to walk away from Access Copyright and its licencing proposal.
Copyright Board Issues Ruling on Intervenors in Access Copyright Case
Howard Knopf blogs on the latest Copyright Board ruling in the Access Copyright case.
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