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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

Joint statement of the National Association of Broadcasters and Canadian Association of Broadcasters on Meta’s news blocking

In response to Meta blocking news on Facebook and Instagram for Canadian users after the passage of Canada’s Online News Act, the following joint statement can be attributed to NAB President and CEO...

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Meta ending news availability shows tangible disregard for democracy

Meta’s decision to end news availability in Canada in the coming weeks shows the company’s tangible disregard for democracy and its willingness to allow misinformation to thrive instead of paying ...

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The CAB welcomes the new Minister of Canadian Heritage, Pascale St-Onge

Following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s introduction of the new federal cabinet, the Canadian Association of Broadcasters (CAB) is pleased to welcome the Honourable Pascale St-Onge in her new role...

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The CAB commends the Government’s decision to suspend advertising on Meta’s platforms

The Canadian Association of Broadcasters (CAB) commends the Government of Canada’s decision to suspend advertising on Facebook and Instagram given parent company Meta’s actions to block Canadian n...

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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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