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Porter Anderson, Editor-in-Chief of Publishing Perspectives, Dies - Publishing Perspectives International journalist, moderator, and Editor-in-Chief of Publishing Perspectives, Porter Anderson has died.

Access Copyright is profoundly sad to learn of the passing of Porter Anderson. Our thoughts are with Porter's loved ones and all those in the publishing industry who knew or worked closely with him. May his memory be a blessing. publishingperspectives.com/2025/12/port...

Access Copyright is planning an upgrade of its business systems at the end of this year. While this upgrade is taking place (scheduled to begin on Dec. 17, 2025 and end on Jan. 5, 2026) several platforms will be offline. Learn more: www.accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...

We would also like to thank the Hon. @stevenguilbeault.bsky.social for his years of service in the Culture portfolio and for being a keen, enthusiastic champion of Canada’s creative community. 3/3

We look forward to working with you to ensure that Canadian writers, visual artists, and publishers have the legislative and regulatory tools they need to create and produce new works that reflect the Canadian experience. 2/3

Congratulations to the Hon. Marc Miller on being appointed the Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages. 1/3

IA : le Canada face au défi du droit d’auteur Des organismes artistiques craignent des impacts de cette technologie sur leurs industries et en ont fait part au Comité permanent du patrimoine canadien.

I spoke with Sarah Tomlinson at CBC/Radio-Canada about professional creative work and artificial intelligence. You should read the article but, really, the sign over my right shoulder says all you need to know.

Don't make me tap the sign.

ici.radio-canada.ca/nouvelle/220...

Congratulations to @vincebeiser.bsky.social, winner of the 2025 #BalsilliePrize for Public Policy for his book Power Metal: The Race for the Resources That Will Shape the Future. Beiser was selected by a jury composed of Samantha Nutt, Taki Sarantakis & Scott Young.

Canada's AI Training Dilemma: Licensing vs. Loopholes Explore Canada's debate on AI training content rights, as some experts incorrectly advocate for TDM loopholes over licensing.

Another great post by Hugh Stephens - "The way to promote a strong AI industry, alongside vibrant content industries, is licensing, not loopholes." @melaniejolycan.bsky.social @stevenguilbeault.bsky.social @evansolomon.bsky.social #cdnpoli hughstephensblog.net/2025/11/20/w...

Sincerest congratulations from the team at Access Copyright to Souvankham!

On the Q&Q Job Board:
• Call for Board Directors @accesscopyright.bsky.social
• Marketing Specialist @uoftpress.bsky.social
• Jean Wilson Diversity in Publishing Fellowship @ubcpress.bsky.social
• Editorial Project Manager/Editor @arvaaqpress.bsky.social
For more details: bit.ly/48CrXpc

Are you looking to contribute to Canada’s creative economy in a Board Director capacity? We are currently recruiting for those interested in serving on our Board. Learn more: www.accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...

Today we’re releasing the vinyl of Is This What We Want?, the silent album from 1000+ musicians protesting the UK government’s plans on AI & copyright.

New (silent) bonus track by Paul McCartney.

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A fair and ethical AI ecosystem should be based on the "ART" principles: Authorization, Remuneration & Transparency. @melaniejolycan.bsky.social @stevenguilbeault.bsky.social @evansolomon.bsky.social financialpost.com/pmn/with-the...

Maria Reva, Leanne Betasamosake Simpson among 2025 Writers' Trust literary prize winners | CBC Books More than $375,000 was given out across seven prizes, recognizing fiction, non-fiction and poetry.

Congratulations to the 2025 Writers' Trust award winners - great to see AC affiliates Bren Simmers & Sheree Fitch honoured last night. www.cbc.ca/books/maria-...

Sending our congratulations to this year's winners, including AC affiliates Madeleine Thien and Gillian Sze.

TDM Licensing Risks: Navigating AI and Copyright Challenges Explore the risks of Text and Data Mining exceptions and compulsory licensing for AI, highlighting the challenges for content creators in Asia.

"Strong cultural industries enable the development of strong content licensing markets for AI development, enabling a virtuous circle of further creativity." hughstephensblog.net/2025/11/09/a...

@melaniejolycan.bsky.social @stevenguilbeault.bsky.social @evansolomon.bsky.social

Congratulations to this year's Governor General’s Literary Awards winners, including AC affiliates Karen Solie, @clairecameron.bsky.social & Heather Smith. quillandquire.com/omni/kyle-ed...

Good news for visual artists in the 2025 Federal Budget — CARFAC CARFAC and RAAV, the national associations representing visual artists in Canada, are thrilled to see the Artist’s Resale Right in the Federal Budget : “Artists, particularly visual artists, are g...

CARFAC & RAAV have been staunch advocates of introducing the Artist's Resale Right in Canada and we are pleased that their hard work has resulted in the federal government reaffirming its commitment to do so through an amendment to the Copyright Act. www.carfac.ca/en/news/the-...

Erin Finlay, our Legal Counsel, testified before the Standing Committee of Canadian Heritage on Wednesday as part of the Committee's study on the Effects of Technological Advances in Artificial… |... Erin Finlay, our Legal Counsel, testified before the Standing Committee of Canadian Heritage on Wednesday as part of the Committee's study on the Effects of Technological Advances in Artificial Intell...

Erin Finlay, our Legal Counsel, testified before the Standing Committee of Canadian Heritage on Wednesday as part of the Committee's study on the Effects of Technological Advances in Artificial Intelligence on the Creative Industries. Watch her opening statement: www.linkedin.com/posts/access...

Vinh Nguyen, katherena vermette and Lorna Goodison among finalists for $25K Governor General's Literary Awards | CBC Books The prizes recognize the best Canadian books in seven categories, from fiction to kids' books.

Access Copyright extends its congratulations to this year's finalists for the Governor General's Literary Awards. www.cbc.ca/books/vinh-n...

We're glad Peter's Payback cheque got to him and appreciated his video outlining our work to provide content users with licensed access to published works so that creators like Peter can be fairly compensated.

Check out his video here: instagram.com/p/DQDSXN1gRji/

📣Calling all new publishers, junior staff & aspiring publishing professionals: registration for ACP's Publishing 101 series is now open! forms.gle/kL4N9zzcJUaL...

Join us to break down the business of books—from editing and design to sales, distribution, finances, and beyond. 📚

@workinculture.bsky.social has launched Making It Work 2025 to capture the current realities facing Ontario's arts, culture, and creative workforce. Artists, cultural workers, creative entrepreneurs - your experience matters.

Take the survey: bit.ly/MakingItWork... (Open Oct 1-27)

Canadian Music Organizations Raise Concerns About Artificial Intelligence at the House of Commons After appearing before the Commons' Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage, representatives from SOCAN and Music Publishers Canada tell Billboard Canada their priorities.

Important advocacy work by Canada's music industry on behalf of Canadian copyright owners, including prioritizing the development of a market in Canada for licensing copyright-protected works for certain AI-related purposes. ca.billboard.com/business/ai-...

A turquoise Forest of Reading nominee announcement graphic with 90 book cover images. Text reads: “Congratulations to the 2026 Forest of Reading nominees! For the full nominated lists, visit forestofreading.com.”

Without further ado, we are pleased to announce the Canadian books chosen for the 2026 #ForestofReading program. 🎉 There are so many incredible stories to dive into and we can’t wait for you to discover them all! Visit bit.ly/ForestNomine...

The 2025 QWF Literary Awards Finalists - Quebec Writers' Federation The Quebec Writers’ Federation has announced the finalists for the 2025 QWF Literary Awards.

Announcing: The 2025 QWF Literary Awards finalists!

35 finalists have made the shortlists in seven categories: fiction, non-fiction, poetry, first book, translation, spoken word, and children's and young adult literature.

See the finalists and learn more about the gala. 👇

qwf.org/the-2025-qwf...

Congratulations Arjun!

Why a Wide TDM Exception Could Harm Copyright Protection Explore the clash between copyright laws and AI training in Canada, and why a wide TDM exception could harm the creative sector's interests.

Good piece here by Hugh Stephens - well worth a read. hughstephensblog.net/2025/10/13/c...

Congratulations to AC affiliate Thao Lam!

2025 Payback payment details Access Copyright has distributed this year’s Payback payment to our creator affiliates.

We are pleased to share that with mail delivery resuming through Canada Post, Payback cheques are in the mail today to eligible creator affiliates. If you receive royalties from us via cheque, please allow extra time for your Payback cheque to get to you. www.accesscopyright.ca/creators/pay...