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September 1, 2010
In submissions to the CRTC, CIPPIC, acting for OpenMedia.ca, argued that the Commission is tasked with putting in place a comprehensive telecommunications framework, which includes the power and obligation to ensure a minimal level of affordable broadband access for all Canadians. more...
August 17, 2010
CIPPIC has filed its motion for leave to intervene before the Supreme Court of Canada in Crookes v. Newton, a case that will examine if posting a hyperlink can amount to defamation. more...
August 12, 2010
The Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) and the Canadian Federation of Students (CFS) have filed a joint objection to Access Copyright's proposed Post-Secondary Educational Institution Tariff. CIPPIC acted as legal counsel of record to CAUT and CFS in this objection. The objection raises a number of procedural and substantive concerns about the tariff, including the lack of due notice and time for response, the need for a distinct hearing on the legal issues raised, and substantive objections to the sweeping breadth of the tariff, which claims compensation for activity not protected by copyright, such as fair dealing and the exchange of hyperlinks in e-mails.
- Media Release (English, French)
- Joint Objection of CAUT and CFS
July 14, 2010
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As part of its intention to help Canada regain its leadership position in the global digital economy, the government recently concluded a public consultation process which... more...
