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Take a look at some or our recent news and updates about what we are doing to advocate on behalf of Canada’s private broadcasters

The CAB condemns Google and Meta’s threats to block news for Canadians

The Canadian Association of Broadcasters (CAB) condemns Google and Meta’s threats to block news for Canadians as part of their ongoing attempts to subvert the newly passed Online News Act, Bill C-18...

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The CAB applauds passage of Bill C-18 in support of our vital Canadian news organizations

The Canadian Association of Broadcasters (CAB) welcomes the passage of Bill C-18, the Online News Act. This much-needed legislation will ensure that our homegrown news businesses, including those of o...

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Meta’s news blocking highlights need for Bill C-18, the Online News Act

As Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has joined the ranks of Google in blocking news for Canadians on their platforms in response to Bill C-18, the power imbalance in the Canadian ne...

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Op-Ed: Canadian news is in trouble – we can’t afford to let tech giants make its financial difficulties worse

Op-ed by CAB President Kevin Desjardins as published in The Hill Times

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The CAB welcomes passage of Bill C-11, looks ahead to policy direction

The Canadian Association of Broadcasters (CAB) welcomes the long-awaited passage of Bill C-11, the Online Streaming Act, and looks forward to working together with the government to establish a sustai...

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Canada’s private broadcasters shine at Canadian Screen Awards

It was an eventful week for Canadian TV and film as the Canadian Screen Awards winners were announced throughout Canadian Screen Week. The Canadian Association of Broadcasters (CAB) was proud to see m...

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