Mixed Media

Bill C-11 has recently been passed, as we gear up for this to be implemented in the future, what can Canadians expect? Bill C-11, known as the updated Broadcasting Bill or the Online Streaming Bill, is the Government updating our nation's laws surrounding streaming and the promotion of Canadian content. The impacts are...

Bill C-18 is new legislation that will come into effect December 19, 2023. It was introduced and passed to benefit the Canadian news media industry which saw a loss in subscriptions and ad revenue due to the dominance of big tech companies including Meta and Google. The bill would see these companies enter into agreeme...

Bill C-11: Addressing the Media Environment in Canada In an era so strongly defined by the digital revolution, Canada is taking strides to tailor its media regulations to the rapidly changing environment. Bill C-11 is aimed at tackling the challenges presented by online streaming services and platforms, resulting in Ca...

What is Bill C-18? Bill C-18, also known as the Online News Act, aims to force digital platforms such as Google or Meta to negotiate deals with Canadian news corporations. This is in order for these news organizations to gain fair compensation when, according to the Government of Canada, "their news content is ma...

Bill C-11 is causing a lot of debate. Will it force Canadians to watch bad content, will it hurt already established content creators, will it help Canada's media industry grow? First step to answering all this is to give you a glimpse of what Bill C-11 is. What is Bill C-11? Bill C-11 or the Online Streaming Act is ...

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC), requires all commercial radio stations in Canada (ie. Virgin Radio, AMP Radio, Jack FM, etc) to play at least 35% of Canadian content (CanCon). This number may be even higher for newer stations. CanCon is determined by the CRTC as being music that ...

Introduction With streaming services gaining pressure from the Canadian government to better promote Canadian content, giving these pieces of content a chance is now more important than ever. I watched the first episode of Shoresy to help understand this. I found this show in particular to be very Canadian per se. It w...

In Canada's realm of media there is a diverse array of creators who all aim to have their art appreciated. Whether it be filmmakers, singers or any other kind of media creator, the ultimate goal is to be noticed. I personally believe that any regulations for art have the potential to be creatively harmful. Canada's Can...

Finding a Balance: Assessing CanCon Funding & Regulations Understanding CanCon regulations and their financial implications is crucial for content creators to navigate the complex regulatory environment, secure funding, and adhere to CanCon obligations while promoting cultural preservation and inclusivity. Opinion ...

If you live in Alberta you no doubt have heard of Heartland, a show I like to call Alberta's sweetheart. With Bill-C18 on the horizon the rules around Canadian Content (CanCon) could be changing, and with the recent premiere of Heartlands 17th season, now is a perfect time to examine how I think explicitly Canadian con...

Canada is known for its scenic landscapes and incredible documentaries. However, it's not generally known for its fictional television content. There have been a few 'well-known' Canadian shows throughout the years; Murdoch Mysteries, Trailer Park Boys, and Workin' Moms, to name a few... But Canadian TV is historically...