The National Post reports that the Canadian government plans to launch as task force to address spam. Professor Geist comments on the need for more aggressive enforcement actions against Canadian-based spamming organizations. see: Government Task Force To Launch Attack on Spam also see: BC Order

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Canada Still Awaits Anti-Spam Policy
Professor Geist comments in an Ottawa Citizen story on the state of anti-spam legislation in Canada, noting that better enforcement of existing laws are needed to make a dent in the spam problem. see: This Old Spam also see: Bangoura v. Washington Post
Untouchable? A Canadian Perspective on the Anti-Spam Battle Working Paper (2004)
Untouchable? A Canadian Perspective on the Anti-Spam Battle Working Paper (2004)
U.S. Senate Passes Anti-Spam Legislation
Professor Geist appeared on CBC Newsworld to discuss anti-spam legislative activity. While recent focus has centred on U.S. anti-spam legislation, Professor Geist noted some of the Canadian legal tools that can be used to combat spam. see: CBC Interview also see: Canadian Privacy Law Review Information
Spam Policy Again in the Spotlight
Professor Geist spent thirty minutes on the national radio program Rutherford discussing anti-spam legislation and potential Canadian solutions. see: Rutherford Show also see: Knight v. Hutchinson decision here