Bill C-10, also known as the "An Act to amend the Broadcasting Act and to make related and consequential amendments to other Acts," is a bill introduced in Canada in 2021 that aims to modernize the country's broadcasting and telecommunications laws. Some of the key measures included in the bill are:
- Giving the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) the power to regulate online streaming services such as Netflix and YouTube
- Requiring streaming services to contribute to the creation of Canadian content
- Allowing the CRTC to set quotas for Canadian content on streaming services
- Giving the CRTC the power to enforce the rules and regulations related to the bill
Criticism
Critics of the bill argue that it could stifle innovation and competition in the streaming industry, and that it could lead to higher prices for consumers. Some also argue that the bill could infringe on the freedom[2][3] of expression of streaming services and their users.
Additionally, it has been criticized for not addressing issues related to online piracy, and for not providing more funding for the creation of Canadian content.
It is important to note that the bill may still be in the process of being debated and changes may be made before it is passed into law.
See Also
References
- ↑ https://www.parl.ca/legisinfo/en/bill/44-1/c-11
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Trudeau’s Bill C10 died in the house with the election, he has introduced C-11 that allows Trudeau to implement a suite of controls making Canada the most tightly regulated internet in the free world...." Apr 4, 2022 https://twitter.com/Concern70732755/status/1510960934541484033
- ↑ Video ".. @elonmusk warned us citizen journalism is essential. Destroying citizen journalism is Bill C-11's sole purpose. If this bill goes through The Charter of Rights is dead and dark days will follow" , Jan 22, 2023 https://twitter.com/Chido071/status/1617381207678877697