Co-authored by Allison Sibthorpe (Articling
Student)
On November 3, 2020, the Government of Canada introduced Bill
C-10, An Act to amend the Broadcasting Act and to
make related and consequential amendments to other Acts
(Bill). The Bill was introduced with the goal of updating the
Broadcasting Act (Act), given changes to
broadcasting brought forth by digital over-the-top distribution. If
passed, the Bill will broaden the scope of the Act and require
digital media broadcasters to contribute to Canada's
broadcasting system with a view to supporting Canadian content
producers and creators.
Currently, the Act outlines Canada's broadcasting policy,
defines the role of the Canadian Radio-television and
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) as the regulator of the
Canadian broadcasting system, and sets out the mandate for the
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. Since its implementation, the
Act has played a fundamental role in ensuring the development and
accessibility
