At a recent hearing by Canada's CRTC regarding Canadian content definitions, the Motion Picture Association-Canada, representing major foreign streaming companies, argued that these platforms shouldn't be subject to the same obligations as traditional broadcasters. They emphasized that the Online Streaming Act recognizes the global nature of these services and sets lower standards for them. This has spurred a discussion about financial contributions and Canadian content funding, with Canadian media company Corus suggesting potential easing of Cancon funding requirements for both broadcasters and streamers.
The Motion Picture Association-Canada stated that foreign streaming companies shouldn't bear the same content responsibilities as traditional broadcasters, highlighting the need for flexible modern definitions.
During the hearings, the MPA-Canada argued that the Online Streaming Act intentionally sets lower standards for foreign online services compared to Canadian broadcasters.
Corus also suggested during the hearings that funding requirements for Canadian content (Cancon) should be eased for traditional broadcasters and also applied to streaming services.
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