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Conversations about Copyright and Creativity: Fair Dealing and the Recent York University Case
- Oct
- 26
Join us for a panel discussion on the impact of the decision in Access Copyright v. York University on fair dealing and copyright issues generally. Presenters: Martha Rans, Artists’ Legal Outreach Lindsay Dykstra, McMillan LLP Kevin Williams, Talonbooks Greg Younging, Theytus Books, UBC Okanagan Billeh Nickerson, Kwantlen Polytechnic University Elizabeth Bachinsky, Douglas College
I’m a photographer
- Oct
- 04
I’m a photographer Photography is the oldest part of the Act. In 2012, it finally evolved with the technology. In 2012, the Copyright Act was amended and photographers now own the copyright in a photograph they take. That did not used to be the case – the copyright of a photo belonged to the person […]
I’m a painter
- Oct
- 04
I’m a painter Once your painting or visual art work is finished, you can control its reproduction, exhibition, distribution in any media, anywhere in the world. The exhibition right is an important right for visual artists since it has established that an exhibition fee ought to be paid to artists. It is important to know […]
Sample Letter Requesting Permission to Reproduce Copyrighted Material
- Sep
- 23
Sample Letter Requesting Permission to Reproduce Copyrighted Material
Licensing Your Image Onto Manufactured Goods
- Aug
- 17
Licensing Your Image Onto Manufactured Goods
Legislative Summary: Bill C-60: An Act to Amend the Copyright Act
- Aug
- 17
Legislative Summary: Bill C-60: An Act to Amend the Copyright Act
How Your Copyright Application is Processed
- Aug
- 15
How Your Copyright Application is Processed