Press Releases

List of our press releases, in reverse chronological order.

Privacy Commissioner’s Annual Report confirms that system is broken when it comes to Bill C-51 and CSE metadata sharing

September 27th, 2016
OpenMedia says Privacy Commissioner’s findings underscore the need for a complete repeal of Bill C-51 and an end to the bulk collection of Canadians’ metadata
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Consumer advocates highlight industry support for ending data caps and upholding Net Neutrality in CRTC consultation

September 21st, 2016
Rogers’ opposition to zero-rating and moves by U.S. firms Netflix and T-Mobile suggest Canadian telecoms should follow their lead and offer unlimited data plans
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Advocates warn leaked EU copyright directive is worse than feared

August 31st, 2016
Draft laws confirm unprecedented new powers for large publishers that will stifle online innovation and dissemination of news and information in the European Union
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BCE-Manitoba Telecom deal will drive up wireless prices and ensure less choice for Canadians

May 2nd, 2016
Erosion of choice bad for customers in Manitoba and furthers BCE control over the national market
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Parties Argue for Disclosure of Documents About “Stringray” Surveillance Devices

March 24th, 2016
Submissions to B.C. Information & Privacy Commissioner Inquiry call for Accountability for use of Mass Surveillance Tools
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