The recent developments surrounding Bill C-11, also known as the Online Streaming Act, have stirred up a lot of discussion in Canada. Here’s a quick overview of the key points to keep you informed:

– The Senate passed Bill C-11 over a year ago, giving the CRTC the authority to regulate user content and promote Canadian content.
– Despite initial opposition from over 100,000 Canadians, the CRTC has decided to delay the implementation of these changes until late 2025, after the next federal election.
– University of Ottawa Law Professor Michael Geist expressed concerns about the delayed timeline, highlighting that it could take years for Bill C-11 to come into effect.
– Online streaming services with annual revenues exceeding $10 million are now required to register with the commission by November 28, 2023. They must also provide detailed information about their content and subscriber numbers.
– The CRTC’s handling of the new online streaming law has faced criticism from organizations like Digital First, who accused them of being a government puppet.
– Elon Musk, owner of X, even weighed in on the situation last year, criticizing Trudeau’s approach and claiming it is an attempt to suppress free speech in Canada.

Stay tuned for more updates on how these changes will impact online streaming services in Canada. Let us know your thoughts on this evolving story!