Law / Canada

Online News Act

S.C. 2023, c. 23

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In force since 19 December 2023.

A news media bargaining code rule binding public and private bodies.

What this law does

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Requires operators of designated digital news intermediaries (large search engines and social media platforms meeting the revenue and user thresholds set in regulations, to bargain with eligible Canadian news businesses and reach compensation agreements; failing agreement, mandatory mediation and final offer arbitration apply. Administered by the CRTC. Received Royal Assent June 22, 2023; came into force December 19, 2023 (180 days after assent).

What it reaches

Instrument type

an act of a legislature

Categories

Bargaining code

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