The Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, James Moore, has announced a review of the Revised Foreign Investment Policy in Book Publishing and Distribution, which will include consultations with individuals and organisations interested in Canadian books. The review will seek to ensure that Canada's foreign investment policy for the book sector reflects new realities and supports the Government's goal of ensuring that readers everywhere have access to a wide range of Canadian-authored books.
Since the current policy was introduced in 1985 and revised in 1992, a number of developments - including the proliferation of digital technologies, consolidation of ownership, and increased globalisation - have altered Canada's landscape for both the book industry and consumers. The Competition Policy Review Panel's final report highlighted the importance of reviewing cultural policies in light of the changing context in which they operate, while recognising the unique nature of the cultural sector. The recently announced policy review is yet another example of the current Government's commitment to deliver on the Panel's recommendations.
The online consultations, which will close on September 18, 2010, will seek Canadians' feedback on the impacts of the policy to date and on how best to meet its objectives going forward. Details about the key themes being considered can be found in a discussion paper posted on the consultation website at www.pch.gc.ca/bookconsultation.
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