CRTC Working ‘Quickly’ to Decide Whether to Tax Online Platforms: Chair

As Canadians still cannot see news on Meta platforms following backlash to Bill C-18, Canada’s broadcasting regulator is actively determining whether a tax should be imposed on online sites to bolster struggling media companies. “We are really worried,” says Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) chairperson Vicky Eatrides. Ms. Eatrides, who was testifying at the House of Commons heritage committee on Nov. 23, expressed concern about traditional Canadian broadcasters, like Québecor which laid off 547 media staff on Nov. 2, facing tough financial situations. “This is the reason why we’re acting so quickly to determine now whether we should put in place an immediate contribution,” she said....