A recent survey reveals that the majority of Canadians believe that news should be easily accessible and free for everyone, while also expressing confidence that media outlets will find alternative revenue sources. Leger, a leading research firm, conducted a national online survey of 1,564 individuals over the weekend to gauge public opinion regarding the Liberal …
Canada has unveiled its draft rules for a law that will require internet giants to pay news outlets. The country is addressing concerns raised by tech companies such as Google and Facebook, who fear they may face unlimited liability. However, Facebook has confirmed that it will stick to its decision to block news in Canada. …
Corus Entertainment has announced that it will suspend advertising on Meta platforms, such as Facebook and Instagram, due to the company’s response to the Online News Act, also known as Bill C-18. This decision comes as part of a series of moves by both Meta and Google to block Canadian news content on their platforms …
Canadian local news providers are facing a significant revenue decline due to the implementation of Ottawa’s Bill C-18, warns the president of the Canadian Media Directors’ Council (CMDC) in a letter to advertisers. The letter urges advertisers to dedicate their spending to support smaller players in the industry. The Online News Act, known as Bill …
Canada’s Heritage Minister has indicated that new social media platform Threads could potentially be regulated under a bill that requires Google and Meta to compensate publishers for using their content. Minister Pablo Rodriguez stated that Threads could be included in the Online News Act (Bill C-18) and that the government is currently examining the possibility. …
By Staff The Canadian Press Posted July 5, 2023 12:27 pm Updated July 5, 2023 1:10 pm Decrease article font size Increase article font size Heritage Minister Pablo Rodriguez announces that the Canadian federal government will cease advertising on Facebook and Instagram. This decision is in response to Meta’s commitment to block Canadian news content …