In an announcement that arrived on September 2, 2023, the federal government unveiled its draft Regulations Respecting the Application of the Online News Act, the Duty to Notify and the Request for Exemptions (Draft Regulations). The public consultation phase for these draft regulations, which implement the Online News Act (Act), has officially begun.
For those unfamiliar with the Act, the Online News Act introduces a mandatory bargaining regime and outlines provisions for the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission’s (CRTC) implementation plan. The regulatory framework established by this Act is designed to offer a higher degree of control and transparency in the world of online news media.
Details pertaining to the Act and the CRTC’s plan of action were discussed in detail in a previous Blakes Bulletin, as well as the implications these measures are likely to have on global corporations and major law firms. To gain a comprehensive understanding of these regulations and their potential impact, legal professionals are encouraged to review this bulletin.
The release of these draft regulations aligns with the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance the legal landscape surrounding online media. It offers legal stakeholders the opportunity to comment and provide feedback on the proposed regulations, thereby participating directly in shaping the legislation related to their industry.
For more insights into the Online News Act and the CRTC’s implementation plan, refer to this in-depth article by Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP.+