Toronto, December 15, 2023– (BUSINESS WIRE) – News Media Canada welcomes the latest provisions regarding the Online Information Act (C-18).
“Two years ago, in an attempt to curb the need for legislation, major online platforms were selecting winners and losers among Canadian media,” said Dave Adsett, president of News Media Canada and Wellington Advertiser publisher. . “Today we have a strong regulatory framework with teeth that ensures that Google compensates publishers – large and small – for special reporting that our journalists do without fear or favor on behalf of the public. Canada “.
Paul Deegan said: “We congratulate Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Heritage of Canada, for her active involvement with stakeholders and her great leadership in delivering a world-leading, long-lasting framework. “Balanced and predictable for both broadcasters and forums.” President and CEO of News Media Canada. “We thank Google for their constructive approach, and we look forward to a mutually beneficial business relationship with them for many years to come, and we call on Meta to take the lead responsibly. Google’s social responsibility. “
“With the online press law and the recent changes to the Canadian press tax credit, Canadians have shown the world how smart policies can support the media,” Deegan added. “We now call on Canadian corporations to support the Canadian press, which examines the facts through live advertising with our credible headlines.”
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