Online Streaming Act Back in House, Minister Intends to Reject Some Senate Amendments

Minister of Canadian Heritage Pablo Rodriguez rises during question period in the House of Commons in Ottawa on May 31, 2022. The Canadian Press/Justin Tang

The Liberal government’s controversial Online Streaming Act is back in the House of Commons, where MPs are set to debate the Senate’s amendments.

Also known as Bill C-11, it would require big tech companies that offer online streaming services, such as YouTube, Netflix and Spotify, to contribute to Canadian content.