Copyright chat

It's been more than a decade since the last major reform of Canada's copyright legislation. When you consider the implications of the digital revolution – from music sharing and blogging to online literature and scholarly articles – that 10 years seems more like a lifetime. 

From July 13 until September 13, the federal government is inviting Canadians to contribute to a nationwide consultation on the future of Canada’s copyright laws. Town halls are being held in Toronto and Montreal, but Canadians across the country can join the conversation on the consultation’s website: copyright.econsultation.ca

Here’s your chance to join the Dal conversation on the subject. What role does copyright law play in your day-to-day life, and what changes are you hoping to see in any reworking of Canada’s legislation? As well, what are some of the specific concerns in a university environment that need to be addressed?