Canadian stories

In a thorough, well-researched submission, FRIENDS urged the expert panel reviewing the Broadcasting and Telecommunications Acts to bring internet broadcasters like Netflix and Facebook under democratic control – and fast.

Columnist asks “Why hasn’t Netflix announced a Canadian hub yet?”

Canada’s telecom watchdog has filed a preliminary submission to the Broadcasting and Telecommunications Legislative Review Panel.

Asked if video streaming giant is interested in Toronto, Tory says it's a strong possibility.

FRIENDS condemns the Ontario government’s $2.25 million cut to the Indigenous Culture Fund, and is calling for the decision to be reversed immediately.

‘Am I arguing for my own job? Certainly, with no ambivalence,’ writes this journalist.

“Necessity breeds innovation, and the government’s intervention removes that necessity for Canadian journalism.”

Facebook: “Platforms of scale would be very challenged and would reduce the ability for, in this case, artists and rights holders to reach large audiences.”