✔︎ Bill C-244 (Right to Repair)

Bill

Bill C-244, An Act to amend the Copyright Act (diagnosis, maintenance and repair)

Vote

Yea.

Rationale

The intent of Bill C-244 is to allow consumers to repair a product they own without violating the Copyright Act. However, given its wide scope, any amendment to the Copyright Act can have unforeseen impacts on our innovation ecosystem. TPMs also receive varying levels of protection under Canada’s international agreements, the breach of which could result in retaliatory actions. A thorough study at the committee stage could identify and mitigate any unintended consequences of the amendments proposed, strengthening the sustainability and efficacy of the legislation.

Passed.

Bill Status

At second reading in the Senate

✔︎ Bill C-294 (Right to Repair)

Bill

Bill C-294, An Act to amend the Copyright Act (interoperability)

Vote

Yea.

Rationale

The government supports the ambition of Bill C-294, recognizing that Canadian consumers and workers, such as those in the technological and agricultural sectors, have highlighted the positive impacts right-to-repair legislation would have on competition and sustainability efforts.

Passed.

Bill Status

At second reading in the Senate