It is unacceptable to block news content for Canadians. Google’s arbitrary “tests” have harmed Canadians, journalists and news organizations. As a result of the lack of cooperation from Google Canada, the Heritage Committee unanimously agreed to place them under oath in 1/3
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yesterday’s meeting. As a former journalist in Hamilton, I know how important it is for my constituents to have access to news content, which is why we introduced Bill C-18, the Online News Act, and we see how Google is abusing its dominance in the market place to strong arm 2/3
the Canadian Government. We asked clear questions, Google failed to answer, and the lack of transparency is both concerning and disturbing. 3/3