Press Releases
List of our press releases, in reverse chronological order.
Stingrays now worst-kept secret amongst Canadian law enforcement agencies
It's time for an informed debate about the use of these spying tools -- and for that we need transparency from police.
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Public determined to have their say, as key parliamentary TPP hearings arrive in Toronto
Following pressure from civic society groups, members of the public will now have one hour to present their views on the TPP at Toronto hearing on Friday
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Huge win for Canadians, as Minister Bains rejects Bell Canada’s attempt to block small providers from ultra-fast Fibre Internet
Decision came after nearly 80,000 people spoke out in debate widely seen as litmus test for future of Canadian telecom policy under new federal government
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In letter backed by almost 45,000 petition signers, OpenMedia asks Netflix’s Reed Hastings to stop blocking privacy-conscious VPN users
Netflix crackdown leaves VPN users forced to decide between watching their favourite shows and protecting their privacy in a post-Snowden world
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Detailed feedback from thousands of EU Internet users rejecting Commission’s Link Tax plan to be presented to key MEPs
MEPs on key European Parliament committee meet with OpenMedia to discuss opposition to ancillary copyright and additional liabilities for online platforms
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Bill C-51: OpenMedia meeting with Minister Goodale today to deliver Canadian perspectives and call on government to make position clear
A robust, genuine consultation focused on safeguarding the privacy of Canadians is needed to ensure all options, including full repeal of C-51, are on the table
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BCE-Manitoba Telecom deal will drive up wireless prices and ensure less choice for Canadians
Erosion of choice bad for customers in Manitoba and furthers BCE control over the national market
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Achievable roadmap to ensure affordable Internet for all Canadians presented to CRTC on final day of crucial hearings
Feedback from over 40,000 people delivered to CRTC, calling for action to ensure 100% of Canadians have affordable, high-speed Internet access
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Internet as a basic, affordable service for all Canadians: OpenMedia to make definitive case on final day of CRTC hearings Thursday
Lack of affordable options and national gaps in access shows Canada’s digital divide crosses both urban and rural boundaries
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From a Giant Jumbotron to a Giant Banner, Vancouver TPP hearing attendees won’t be able to ignore feedback from Canadians
PHOTO OPPORTUNITY: Input from over 35,000 Canadians to be featured on big screen and on a 20-foot banner, as Parliamentary Trade Committee hosts hearings in Vancouver about the controversial deal
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