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Davis Legree


Canadian satellite firms say they’re looking forward to launching from home soil under Bill C-28

The Canadian Space Launch Act, introduced on April 21, would amend the country’s regulatory framework to allow for ‘sovereign space launch capabilities.’

news | BY DAVIS LEGREE | April 24, 2026

LeBlanc ‘reassured’ audiovisual groups that cultural exemption won’t be part of CUSMA review: sources

The Wire Report spoke to several people who took part in the two-hour February meeting, with one industry player saying they left ‘feeling confident’ about the future of Canada’s cultural exception.

news | BY DAVIS LEGREE | April 10, 2026

Canadian internet companies say their livelihood depends on changes to Copyright Act, but Ottawa hasn’t taken action

Bell is currently facing a $400-million lawsuit for its alleged failure to comply with what’s known as the ‘Notice and Notice system, ‘and other Canadian internet service providers worry they could soon be on the hook for similarly jarring sums.

news | BY DAVIS LEGREE | March 27, 2026

‘It’s a success for Canada’: Oscar winner for The Girl Who Cried Pearls urges Ottawa to maintain support for National Film Board

One of the creators of this year’s best-animated short film says he could ’not have made this film without’ the National Film Board of Canada, but its budget is projected to fall for the fifth consecutive year.

news | BY DAVIS LEGREE | March 20, 2026

A court challenge has put the Streaming Act on hold—but some U.S. companies are still sending money to Canadian funds, and no one knows why

Several companies are in court fighting a CRTC order that would require all firms with annual revenues over $25-million to allocate five per cent of Canadian revenues to cultural and broadcasting groups that create domestic news and entertainment.

news | BY DAVIS LEGREE | March 11, 2026

Liberals to cut CBC by $192-million in 2026-27

This year’s estimates include $1.38-billion in funding for the CBC, representing a marked decrease from the $1.58-billion allotted to the public broadcaster during the 2025-26 fiscal year.

news | BY DAVIS LEGREE | March 4, 2026

Ottawa unsure how to regulate AI chatbots after Tumbler Ridge report, as Solomon says ‘all options are on the table’

A recent bombshell report revealed OpenAI internally flagged and banned the shooter’s profile on the startup’s chatbot, ChatGPT, months ago, but elected not to inform legal authorities in Canada.

news | BY DAVIS LEGREE | February 27, 2026

To ban or not to ban? Experts wary of restricting social media access for kids, as feds watch Australian approach

After Australia banned social media for kids under the age of 16 last year, Culture Minister Marc Miller said his office was looking at the policy’s impact as part of the government’s plan to address online harms.

news | BY DAVIS LEGREE | February 13, 2026
Evan Solomon

Canadians concerned about AI’s impact on environment, children: federal consultation

Ottawa quietly released the results of its AI strategy consultation on Feb. 3, which found individuals and experts are worried about the potential social and ethical effects of the technology.

news | BY DAVIS LEGREE | February 5, 2026

‘Where’s the plan B?’: media executives ask for contingency plan if Liberals axe Online Streaming Act during trade talks

Canadian Identity Minister Marc Miller says the law was part of ongoing trade discussions with the United States—putting the country’s modernized broadcasting framework in jeopardy.

news | BY DAVIS LEGREE | February 3, 2026

Senators push Canada to host future Olympics as committee eyes potential bid for 2038

As Canada faces threats to its sovereignty, Ontario Senator Marnie McBean says hosting an Olympics is a surefire way to create national unity and demonstrate Canadian strength.

news | BY DAVIS LEGREE | January 26, 2026

Experts say 6G networks still years away, but Canada’s already preparing for the technology of the future

Leading researchers believe 6G technology could be the key to unlocking high-speed cell service in every corner of the country.

news | BY DAVIS LEGREE | January 22, 2026

CBC says bureau expansion will address ‘news deserts,’ despite concerns from local media outlets

Last week, the CBC announced it would expand into 11 new markets in an effort to provide more “boots on the ground journalism,” but some local media outlets are concerned there won’t be enough room for everyone.

news | BY DAVIS LEGREE | January 22, 2026

Warming Canada-China relations shouldn’t extend to Huawei ban, say security experts, parliamentarians

After Prime Minister Mark Carney inked a new trading arrangement with China during his state visit last week, stakeholders are advising against revisiting the government’s 5G ban on Huawei.

news | BY DAVIS LEGREE | January 20, 2026

‘A catalyst for change’: MPs bullish on Heated Rivalry’s impact on Canadian hockey culture

The Crave television sensation about two closeted male hockey players has reached viewers across the globe—but MPs say they think the show’s most important effects will be felt close to home.

news | BY DAVIS LEGREE | January 17, 2026

‘Anything that can’t go on forever eventually stops’: ‘Enshittification’ author issues stark warning to Ottawa over AI policy

Cory Doctorow says he believes AI firms will intentionally degrade their products to recoup large infrastructure expenditures — and it’s up to policymakers to protect Canadians from this.

news | BY DAVIS LEGREE | January 15, 2026