Canadian Librarians: Why Canadian Librarians Need to Know Global Copyright Law
Canadian librarians and international copyright law go hand-in-hand. We explain what Canadian librarians need to know about both Canadian and global copyright law in order to manage the use of content in their libraries and organizations and keep unauthorized uses of copyright-protected materials to a minimum. Why Canadian Librarians and International Copyright? In the pre-internet […]
Copyright and Licensing Books by Lesley Ellen Harris
Copyrightlaws.com Founder and CEO Lesley Ellen Harris has published 10 copyright and licensing books (including editions) on Canadian copyright, digital copyright, licensing digital content and more. Providing an informed, unbiased and global perspective on the topic of copyright, Lesley Ellen Harris is one of today’s foremost copyright messengers. Featured Books and Where To Purchase Canadian […]
The Balance in Canadian Copyright Law
Copyright law, by its nature, is a balancing act that’s evident behind each provision in a country’s copyright statute. Each country approaches this balance from its unique perspective of laws and culture, with the balance changing over time due to new legislation, changes in technology, and court cases interpreting the copyright act. This article examines the […]
Zoom On In: Virtual Copyright Sessions
Zoom On In: The Relationship Between Copyright and Contracts 18 February 2021 @ 1 pm EST. Register Now! In this 20-minute virtual session, Lesley Ellen Harris of Copyrightlaws.com will discuss the relationship between copyright and contracts. Whether you’re licensing digital content or understanding how to determine the duration of a copyright-protected work, Lesley will provide tips […]
U.S. vs Canadian Copyright Law: Which Has Stronger Copyright Protection?
When it comes to the question “U.S. vs Canadian copyright law: which has stronger copyright protection?” the answer requires a historical examination of each country’s copyright laws (legislative policy, cultural differences, court cases and copyright statutes). In this article, our comparison focuses on various sections of the U.S. and Canadian copyright acts. Berne Copyright Convention […]
Book on Canadian Copyright Law
Canadian Copyright Law, Fourth Edition Canadian Copyright Law, Fourth Edition is your guide to protecting and using Canadian content in Canada and around the globe. If you live elsewhere and your content is available in Canada, this book informs you about the rights you have and how your works are protected in Canada. The book […]