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CRTC Releases New Policy To Modernize Radio Processes

On October 10, 2025, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (the "Commission") released Broadcasting Regulatory Policy CRTC 2025-265 ("BRP 2025-265"), which updates certain processes and requirements aimed at modernising Canada's radio broadcasting framework.

Canada Media & IT

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Fasken

Modernization And Red Tape Reduction In The Radio World: CRTC Updates Regulation Of Canadian Radio Broadcasters To Adjust To The Growing Presence Of Streaming Services

On October 10, 2025, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) released Broadcasting Regulatory Policy CRTC 2025-265 (the Policy)...

Canada Media & IT

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Cassels

Understanding Revenue Waterfalls In Film Contracts

From investors and producers to distributors and talent, the making of motion pictures ("Films") involves the investment of time and money by several parties who hope to recoup it and even turn a profit.

Canada Media & IT

MT

Miller Thomson LLP

Legislative Update Report No. 2025-18 Le Bulletin d'actualités législatives

Osler's Legislative Update is a bi-weekly listing of new legislation. This issue covers legislation for the period 09/11 to 09/24...

Canada Healthcare

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Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

Designing The Future - Balancing Heritage And Innovation (Podcast)

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Gowling WLG

An Overview Of The Manitoba Film & Video Production Tax Credit

Canada Media & IT

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Fillmore Riley

From Red Carpet To Rights: Top 5 IP Considerations For TIFF Goers

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Lenczner Slaght LLP

Raising The Bar: How Bill 29's Next Phase Redefines Warranty Standards In Québec

Canada Consumer

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Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

Is Your Song Ready For A TV Or Film Placement? — Pitfalls To Avoid (Video)

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Edwards Creative Law

Federal Court Of Appeal Dismisses Class Action Certification Due To Unavoidable Individualized Inquiries

Canada Litigation

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Bennett Jones LLP

Class Dismissed: Copyright Reverse Class Action Fails To Get Passing Grade

LS

Lenczner Slaght LLP

Federal Court Awards Over $33 Million In Combined Statutory Damages In Two Recent Copyright Infringement Cases

OW

Oyen Wiggs Green & Mutala LLP

Québec Introduces Bill 109 On Discoverability Of French-language Content On Digital Platforms

Canada Media & IT

OH

Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

Tax Credits In The Canadian Film Industry: Why Proper Corporate Structuring Matters

MT

Miller Thomson LLP

Canada 2025 Draft Tax Changes: Key Updates For Individuals, Corporations, And Trusts

RS

Rotfleisch & Samulovitch P.C.

The CRA Issues A New Income Tax Folio On 'Deemed Interest Benefit On Shareholder Loans And Debts': How Is It Treated For Tax Purposes?

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Rotfleisch & Samulovitch P.C.

NASA Rover Discovers More Compelling Indicators Of Ancient Life On Mars

Canada Technology

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Goodmans LLP

A Canadian Tax Lawyer's Updated Guide On Non-Resident Trusts In Canada

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Rotfleisch & Samulovitch P.C.

Acceptable Use Policy, Personal Use, And Employee Privacy: Ten Questions Answered

Canada Employment

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Borden Ladner Gervais LLP

Interview – CBC Radio-Canada (Podcast)

Senior Associate, Valerie Kleinman was on air with Radio-Canada which oversees all French-language content for the CBC. In this segment, Valerie shared her insights on the recent changes the federal government...

Canada Immigration

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Green and Spiegel

Crédits D'Impôt Dans L'Industrie Cinématographique Canadienne : L'Importance D'Une Bonne Structuration De L'Entreprise

Pour bénéficier du CIPC, il est essentiel d'avoir la bonne structure d'entreprise. Cet article examine certaines considérations importantes liées à la structuration pour garantir que votre société de production est admissible à ce précieux crédit

MT

Miller Thomson LLP

Projet De Loi 109 : Le Québec Cherche À Réglementer La Découvrabilité Du Contenu Francophone Sur Les Plateformes Numériques

Le 21 mai 2025, le gouvernement du Québec a déposé à l'Assemblée nationale le projet de loi 109 intitulé Loi affirmant la souveraineté culturelle du Québec et édictant la Loi sur la découvrabilité...

Canada Media & IT

BC

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Bill 109: Quebec Moves To Regulate Discoverability Of French-Language Content On Digital Platforms

On May 21, 2025, Bill 109, An Act to affirm the cultural sovereignty of Québec and to enact the Act respecting the discoverability of French-language cultural content in the digital environment (Bill) was introduced in the Assemblée Nationale, the legislative body of Quebec.

Canada Media & IT

BC

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

CRTC Public Hearing On The Modernization Of The Definition Of CanCon Within The Audiovisual Industry

Canada Media & IT

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Cassels

Greg Bryk Talks About Harnessing The Power Of Passion In Your Everyday Life | Ep 22 (Podcast)

Canada Media & IT

Alexa Translations

Court Of Appeal Upholds Decision To Dismiss Defamation Action Of Dog-sled Business (Windrift Adventures Inc. v. CTV-Bell Media Inc.)

Canada Litigation

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Gardiner Roberts LLP

A New Threat To U.S. National Security: The Imminent Demise Of Hollywood

Worldwide Media & IT

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Borden Ladner Gervais LLP

Amping Up Trade Wars: Tariffing Intangible Film, Television, And Streaming Content

Canada Media & IT

C

Cassels

The Role Of AI In Entertainment And Gaming: Seizing Opportunities And Managing Risks

Canada Technology

MT

Miller Thomson LLP

Le rôle de l'IA dans le milieu du divertissement et des jeux : Saisir les occasions et gérer les risques

Canada Technology

MT

Miller Thomson LLP

2025 Election Compliance: Essential Rules For Broadcasters, Advertisers, Telephone Calls And Emails

Canada Media & IT

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Fasken

Episode 23: Fair Dealing In Canada, Part Two (Podcast)

Canada Media & IT

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Dentons Canada LLP

A Round-Up Of Developments At The CRTC – Winter 2024-2025

Canada Media & IT

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Cassels

Le rôle de l'IA dans le milieu du divertissement et des jeux : Saisir les occasions et gérer les risques

L'IA a profondément transformé le secteur du divertissement et des jeux vidéo, et ouvre la voie à des utilisations multiples. Dans les jeux vidéo, l'IA permet de créer des effets spéciaux améliorés...

Canada Technology

MT

Miller Thomson LLP

2025 Election Compliance: Essential Rules For Broadcasters, Advertisers, Telephone Calls And Emails

Under the Broadcasting Act, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) is mandated to ensure that broadcasters (television, radio and community channels)...

Canada Media & IT

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Fasken

Episode 23: Fair Dealing In Canada, Part Two (Podcast)

In this episode of the Entertainment and Media Law Signal podcast series, Bob Tarantino speaks with David Steinberg about fair dealing in Canada.

Canada Media & IT

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Dentons Canada LLP

A Round-Up Of Developments At The CRTC – Winter 2024-2025

The last few months have been a busy time as the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) continues in its efforts to both modernize...

Canada Media & IT

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Cassels

Federal Court Issues Reasons For "Expandable" Site-Blocking Order

Canada Media & IT

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Oyen Wiggs Green & Mutala LLP

CBC Radio Speaks To Jack Siegel About Justin Trudeau's Resignation And Prorogation Of Parliament

CBC Radio recently interviewed Blaneys' partner and election law lawyer, Jack Siegel, on the topic of Justin Trudeau's resignation as Prime Minister of Canada and what is likely to happen...

Canada Media & IT

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Blaney McMurtry LLP

CRTC Launches Public Consultations On Modernized Definition Of Canadian Content And More Flexible Regulation Of Radio Stations

Although the CRTC's two latest consultations address different topics and industry concerns, they both focus on strengthening the overall broadcasting industry landscape and endeavour to respond to the rapid...

Canada Media & IT

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Cassels

CRTC Launches Consultation On Canadian Content In The Audiovisual Sector

On November 15, 2024, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) issued Broadcasting Notice of Consultation CRTC 2024-288 (Notice), which invites comments from the public.

Canada Media & IT

BC

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Fasken Communications Law Triannual Update

This bulletin provides an overview of key developments in telecommunications, broadcasting, and copyright law from May to October, 2024, including the Canadian Radio-television...

Canada Media & IT

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Fasken

CRTC Approves First Online News Act Exemption Application

Canada Media & IT

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Cassels

CanCon Changes To Come? CRTC Report Summarizes Stakeholder Input On A New Definition Of Canadian Content

Canada Media & IT

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Cassels

So You Want To Produce In Canada, Eh?

Canada Media & IT

GL

Goodmans LLP

Episode 078: Life Recovery From Trauma And PTSD With Ally Pankiw (Podcast)

Canada Media & IT

GP

Gluckstein Lawyers

When Chili's Met The Beastie Boys: A Sizzling Sabotage Showdown

Canada Media & IT

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Nelligan Law

CRTC Launches Public Consultation Regarding Possible Exemption From Bargaining Framework Under The Online News Act

Canada Media & IT

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Cassels

CRTC Launches Two New Public Consultations On Accessible Programming By Online Streaming Services

Canada Media & IT

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Cassels

Online Streaming Services To Contribute 5% Revenue To Support Canadian Content Under New CRTC Policy

Canada Media & IT

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Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)

Recent Developments On Drip Pricing

Canada Media & IT

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ROBIC

Supreme Court Of Canada Reprimands Québec Court Of Appeal's Use Of "Secret Trial"

Canada Litigation

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Davies Ward Phillips & Vineberg

CRTC Imposes Mandatory Contribution Obligations On Online Undertakings For The Creation And Promotion Of Canadian And Indigenous Content

Canada Media & IT

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Fasken

Streaming Services Required To Contribute 5% Of Revenues To Prescribed Funds

Canada Media & IT

BC

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Fasken Communications Law Triannual Update

Canada Media & IT

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Fasken

Bulletin triennal de Fasken sur le droit des communications

Canada Media & IT

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Fasken (French)

CRTC Releases Updated Regulatory Plan To Modernize Canada's Broadcasting Framework

Canada Media & IT

BC

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

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Edwards Creative Law

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Lawson Lundell LLP

Influencers In Toronto: Spotlight On Susan Abramovitch (Video)

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Gowling WLG

International Day Of Pink: Insights From LGBTQ+ Individuals & Allies (Video)

GW

Gowling WLG

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