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A “Stream” Of New Policies: CRTC Releases Decisions On Expenditure Requirements And Discoverability Obligations On Online Streaming Services
The modernization of Canada’s broadcasting regulatory system has just experienced another big step forward. On May 21, 2026, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) released two new policy decisions: Broadcasting Regulatory Policy CRTC 2026-96, which imposes new and updated Canadian programming expenditure requirements applicable to broadcasters; and Broadcasting Regulatory Policy CRTC 2026-95, which addresses the discoverability of Canadian and Indigenous programming.
Canada Media & IT
C
Cassels
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Gaming

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Advertising, Marketing & Branding

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Charging GST/HST On Digital Marketing Income In Canada: AdSense, NFTs, And Zero-Rating Risks
Canadian taxpayers, including content creators, influencers, and digital entrepreneurs, who earn income from digital marketing activities—including online advertising through platforms such as Google AdSense, promotional services linked to NFT projects, and sponsorship arrangements with offshore entities—often assume that this income is not subject to GST/HST or is automatically zero-rated because it involves non-Canadian counterparties.
Canada Tax
RS
Rotfleisch & Samulovitch P.C.
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Not So Nominal: Damages Available For Brand Owners Facing Evasive Counterfeiters
Companies invest significant resources in building consumer awareness and goodwill in their brands. Over time, strong brands come to represent more than just a product name or logo; they may signal a certain level of quality, reliability, trustworthiness and prestige to consumers. Brands develop consumer recognition with substantial investments in product development, marketing and customer service.
Canada IP
SB
Smart & Biggar
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IT and Internet

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Social Media

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Decoding The Competition Bureau's Draft Merger Enforcement Guidelines
The Competition Bureau (the "Bureau") has issued its Proposed Merger Enforcement Guidelines (the "Draft MEGs"). Once finalized, the Draft MEGs will replace the 2011 guidance. They come on the heels of significant amendments to the merger provisions of the Competition Act (the "Act")[1] and provide guidance on the statutory changes in addition to updating the Bureau general analytical approach in merger investigations.
Canada Anti-trust
ML
McMillan LLP
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