Copyright Act: A Century of Stories

Copyright Act: A Century of Stories
Podcast Description
Initiated by Copibec, this podcast series offers an immersive exploration celebrating the centennial of the Copyright Act in Canada, hosted by Farnell Morisset.
The series highlights the major transformations and the profound impact of this crucial legislation on the creative world. Thanks to Farnell’s legal expertise and his talent for making complex topics accessible, each episode reveals key historical moments through discussions with influential figures – authors, artists, experts, and legal scholars.
With a docu-reality sound approach, we celebrate the ongoing importance of copyright, inviting listeners to explore its pivotal role in Canadian culture and innovation.
Research and script: Farnell Morisset and Martin Landry
Editing and sound mixing: Studio Expression
Hosted: Farnell Morisset
Production: Denis Martel
This podcast is made possible by the Government of Canada and the Caisse de la Culture Desjardins.
Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
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Content Themes
The series tackles significant transformations and impacts of copyright legislation, with themes such as copyright's role as a tool of power, its significance in cultural creation, and its response to technological revolutions. Examples include episodes focusing on how copyright has evolved alongside technology and its crucial role in protecting cultural creators in Canada.

Initiated by Copibec, this podcast series offers an immersive exploration celebrating the centennial of the Copyright Act in Canada, hosted by Farnell Morisset.
The series highlights the major transformations and the profound impact of this crucial legislation on the creative world. Thanks to Farnell’s legal expertise and his talent for making complex topics accessible, each episode reveals key historical moments through discussions with influential figures – authors, artists, experts, and legal scholars.
With a docu-reality sound approach, we celebrate the ongoing importance of copyright, inviting listeners to explore its pivotal role in Canadian culture and innovation.
Research and script: Farnell Morisset and Martin Landry
Editing and sound mixing: Studio Expression
Hosted: Farnell Morisset
Production: Denis Martel
This podcast is made possible by the Government of Canada and the Caisse de la Culture Desjardins.
Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Farnell Morisset examines how courts have shaped the interpretation of copyright law by developing the concept of “user rights.” What are the impacts on creators and the publishing industry? Is legislative clarification needed? A deep dive into a crucial copyright issue in Canada.
In this episode, Farnell speaks with:
• Ysolde Gendreau, Professor of Intellectual Property Law, Université de Montréal
• Maryse Beaulieu, Legal and Public Affairs Advisor, Copibec
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Research and script: Farnell Morisset
Editing and sound mixing: Studio Expression
Host: Farnell Morisset
Production and direction: Denis Martel
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Lyrics and music by Etulu Aningmiuq
Performed by Elisapie
Courtesy of Etulu Aningmiuq and Bonsound
This podcast was made possible thanks to the financial support of the Government of Canada.
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Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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