A Simple Guide to Canadian Copyright Law
Canadian Copyright Law: The Basics Anyone dealing with issues related to copyright and licensing in Canada, whether creators or users of copyright-protected materials, needs a basic understanding of Canadian copyright law. What rights are covered under copyright? Who owns copyright in a work? And how long does copyright last? This simple guide to Canadian copyright […]
Who Owns Copyright in Canada?
Who owns copyright in Canada isn’t always clear-cut. Under Canadian copyright law, the creator (or author) of a work is the owner of copyright in it. However, where a work is created as part of the author’s work duties, the employer may have copyright ownership. People often think that if they commission or hire a […]
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 […]
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 […]