Bill C-11

• Indigenous voices advocate for more equality in Canadian broadcasting

  As a two-week public hearing unfolds, diverse voices are emerging, with Indigenous media players hoping the implementation of Bill C-11 will result in more equal opportunities.

  Canada

  Nov 24, 2023
  
• Online streaming bill to leave out social media users, Ottawa tells CRTC

  The government's online streaming bill, which passed in April, aims to force platforms such as Netflix, YouTube and TikTok to contribute to and promote Canadian content.

  Tech

  Jun 8, 2023
  
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• Meta set to block news on Facebook, Instagram from Canadian users

  Appearing before the House of Commons heritage committee Monday, Rachel Curran says the company will remove news in a way that is careful, responsible and transparent.

  Canada

  May 8, 2023
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• Liberals’ online streaming bill set to become law after passing Senate

  A federal bill that will force digital platforms like Netflix and YouTube to contribute financially to Canadian content is on the cusp of becoming law.

  Tech

  Apr 27, 2023
• Liberals’ online streaming bill returns to Senate, where ‘finish line is in sight’

  Bill C-11 returned to the Senate after the House of Commons adopted most of the upper chamber's amendments to the controversial legislation, and is now expected to pass.

  Politics

  Apr 18, 2023
• Liberal’s streaming bill closer to passing after House OKs most Senate amendments

  On Thursday evening, the House agreed to adopt many of the Senate's amendments that highlight the promotion of Indigenous languages and Black content creators.

  Politics

  Mar 31, 2023
• U.S. tech industry urging hard line on Canada’s online bills ahead of Biden visit

  President Joe Biden is meeting Prime Minister Justin Trudeau later this week as part of his first visit to Canada since taking over the White House in 2021.

  Tech

  Mar 22, 2023
• ‘Create loopholes’: Heritage minister plans to reject Senate changes to streaming bill

  Bill C-11 aims to require big tech companies that offer online streaming services, such as YouTube, Netflix and Spotify, to contribute to Canadian content.

  Canada

  Mar 8, 2023
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• Canada’s online streaming act could discriminate against American companies: U.S. embassy

  An embassy spokeswoman said U.S. officials are holding consultations with businesses about how Bill C-11 could affect their operations.

  Canada

  Jan 11, 2023
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• Quebecers are listening to less local music, musicians hope federal streaming bill will help

  On streaming platforms such as Spotify, YouTube and Google Play Music, local artists from Quebec accounted for less than eight per cent of plays.

  Canada

  Jan 2, 2023