Google ‘outplayed and outmanoeuvered Ottawa’ on Online News Act deal, ‘outsourced’ problem of how to divide funding, say observers
In the new deal between Google and the feds, ‘the contentious part’ will now be ‘who gets what and how much do people get,’ said media transformation expert Alfred Hermida.
Canadian government must legislate to promote online safety, says Facebook whistleblower
The Liberals had promised to introduce an online harms bill by the end of 2021. Without any such law on the books, ‘you’ll get whatever Facebook thinks they can get away with,’ says Frances Haugen.
Don’t ‘defund’ the CBC, make it better
Targeting the CBC is red meat to the Conservative base, and will doubtless attract some support in other sectors. But it’s hard to see voters struggling with the cost of living, paying higher interest rates on mortgages, and perceiving an increasingly grim future outlook are going to be considering the fate of the public broadcaster when they mark their ballot.
Music Canada CEO says CRTC regulatory update shouldn’t put ‘artificial dome’ over Canadian content
As the CRTC begins three weeks of public hearings, endangered Canadian content creators need urgent regulations to stave off predatory foreign streamers, says CAB president Kevin Desjardins.
The Grey Cup should be a symbol of unity
As more Quebecers play and follow the game, the Alouettes’ victory and the CFL will be celebrated across the province. The very least the league could do is treat the French language with respect.
It is open season on Quebec’s anglophones
To deny one group of citizens their institutions, rights, or access to government services is outright discrimination.
Saluting the captain
Christine Sinclair reminds us all that hard work, strong performances woven with humility, and selflessness are admirable things.
No clear path to reach deal with Google as link-blocking deadline looms, could be ‘catastrophic’ for news media industry, say observers
‘If Google walks away … that’s very bad news’ for Canadian media, and that may explain a recent shift in position from News Media Canada, says media expert Chris Dornan. But Matt Hatfield, director of campaigns for OpenMedia, says it’s possible a deal may be reached, however, given Google’s leverage because of the looming deadline, the deal may not be in the best interests of Canadians or the news industry.
The Online News Act must protect access to credible news on prominent platforms
Further negotiation with the tech giants is critical to end the standoff and support the news and journalism industry.
There’s history in the walls of 24 Sussex Drive
Whether or not the building remains the prime minister’s residence, it should be preserved as a national treasure.
