The federal government has two options on the table for making digital platforms such as Facebook and Google pay media companies in Canada for journalism, but after the first phase of consultations, isn’t clear on which is the best way forward.
Heritage Minister Steven Guilbeault has been heading up the initiative as news companies in Canada have been struggling financially and digital platforms have vacuumed up most of the ad revenue that used to go to newspapers and broadcasters.
“We are committed to finding a solution that will ensure Canadians continue to have access to a diversity of local and regional news sources that serve their needs and interests,” said Guilbeault in a statement.
