News and updates related to copyright at UBC. The Scholarly Communications & Copyright Office also provides direct support and assistance on copyright issues; please don’t hesitate to contact us or attend one of our workshops.
December 9, 2019
On December 7, 2019, the Copyright Board of Canada certified new tariffs for the reprographic copying of literary works in the Access Copyright repertoire. [Read more]
On December 7, 2019, the Copyright Board of Canada certified new tariffs for the reprographic copying of literary works in the Access Copyright repertoire. [Read more]
November 2, 2018
On September 30, 2018 the Canadian government announced the completion of negotiations toward a new United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Read More
On September 30, 2018 the Canadian government announced the completion of negotiations toward a new United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Read More
January 15, 2018
Your Teaching material was uploaded to a website without your authorisation or approval? Our new Instructor FAQ 2.19 and template might help.
Your Teaching material was uploaded to a website without your authorisation or approval? Our new Instructor FAQ 2.19 and template might help.
October 23, 2017
Recently, the Copyright Board of Canada certified new tariffs for the performance of live and recorded music. In response, the Information about SOCAN and Re:Sound Fees at UBC webpage has been has been updated to more accurately reflect current tariffs and associated licence fees that may be applicable to the UBC community.
Recently, the Copyright Board of Canada certified new tariffs for the performance of live and recorded music. In response, the Information about SOCAN and Re:Sound Fees at UBC webpage has been has been updated to more accurately reflect current tariffs and associated licence fees that may be applicable to the UBC community.
July 12, 2017
This morning, the Federal Court of Canada issued its decision in the litigation between Access Copyright and York University. The decision is over 100 pages and can be found here. UBC is currently reviewing this decision to determine what impact it might have on UBC.
This morning, the Federal Court of Canada issued its decision in the litigation between Access Copyright and York University. The decision is over 100 pages and can be found here. UBC is currently reviewing this decision to determine what impact it might have on UBC.
September 21, 2016
A recent article in University Affairs on copyright in the academy may be of interest to the UBC community. Read More
A recent article in University Affairs on copyright in the academy may be of interest to the UBC community. Read More
August 17, 2016
Two recent decisions by Canadian courts have surfaced interest in the concept of copyright in facts and data. This post will address the “ownership” of facts while a subsequent post will address copyright in data. Read More
Two recent decisions by Canadian courts have surfaced interest in the concept of copyright in facts and data. This post will address the “ownership” of facts while a subsequent post will address copyright in data. Read More
June 11, 2015
Bill C-65, the Support for Canadians with Print Disabilities Act, was introduced in the House of Commons on 8 June 2015. Read More
Bill C-65, the Support for Canadians with Print Disabilities Act, was introduced in the House of Commons on 8 June 2015. Read More
April 30, 2015
The recent federal budget (tabled in the House of Commons 21 April, 2015), included notification that Canada will accede to the Marrakesh Treaty to Facilitate Access to Published Works for Persons Who Are Blind, Visually Impaired or Otherwise Print Disabled. Read More
The recent federal budget (tabled in the House of Commons 21 April, 2015), included notification that Canada will accede to the Marrakesh Treaty to Facilitate Access to Published Works for Persons Who Are Blind, Visually Impaired or Otherwise Print Disabled. Read More
April 24, 2015
The recent federal budget (tabled in the House of Commons 21 April, 2015) included two measures that will have a profound effect on the use of copyrighted works in Canada. Read More
The recent federal budget (tabled in the House of Commons 21 April, 2015) included two measures that will have a profound effect on the use of copyrighted works in Canada. Read More
April 15, 2015
As of April 15, 2015, changes have been made to the Theses and Dissertations Guide. Read More
As of April 15, 2015, changes have been made to the Theses and Dissertations Guide. Read More
January 15, 2015
The Copyright Act’s “Notice and Notice” provisions came into force on January 2, 2015. Read More
The Copyright Act’s “Notice and Notice” provisions came into force on January 2, 2015. Read More
April 18, 2014
Are you more of a visual thinker? Then our Copyright Flowcharts will be a useful tool for determining how to use a work in compliance with copyright law.
Are you more of a visual thinker? Then our Copyright Flowcharts will be a useful tool for determining how to use a work in compliance with copyright law.
April 10, 2014
Have questions about how to handle copyright and fair dealing in Open Course environments? See our new Open Course & Educational Resource Guidelines.
Have questions about how to handle copyright and fair dealing in Open Course environments? See our new Open Course & Educational Resource Guidelines.
April 8, 2014
Thanks for all your questions! All of the Copyright FAQs have been updated.
Thanks for all your questions! All of the Copyright FAQs have been updated.
January 2, 2014
Have questions about how to apply UBC’s Fair Dealing Requirements? See our new Fair Dealing in Practice page.
Have questions about how to apply UBC’s Fair Dealing Requirements? See our new Fair Dealing in Practice page.
September 13, 2013
The Writers' Union of Canada writes to the University. See the President's response.
The Writers' Union of Canada writes to the University. See the President's response.
September 11, 2013
Significant cost reductions achieved on student course packs. Read More
Significant cost reductions achieved on student course packs. Read More
July 15, 2013
UBC’s new Public Domain guide is now live. Read More
UBC’s new Public Domain guide is now live. Read More
July 13, 2013
The Copyright Basics FAQ has been updated to reflect Supreme Court of Canada decisions and the Copyright Modernization Act. Read More
The Copyright Basics FAQ has been updated to reflect Supreme Court of Canada decisions and the Copyright Modernization Act. Read More
July 3, 2013
UBC's updated Theses and Dissertations guide is now live. Read More
UBC's updated Theses and Dissertations guide is now live. Read More
May 1, 2013
CWL account holders are being notified and asked to review and acknowledge updated information. Read More
CWL account holders are being notified and asked to review and acknowledge updated information. Read More
April 24, 2013
Music played at UBC for non-educational purposes may require a licence from SOCAN and/or Re:Sound. Read More
Music played at UBC for non-educational purposes may require a licence from SOCAN and/or Re:Sound. Read More
February 4, 2013
The Campus Classroom FAQ has been updated to reflect certain provisions of C-11 (the Copyright Modernization Act) and recent Supreme Court of Canada decisions. Read More
The Campus Classroom FAQ has been updated to reflect certain provisions of C-11 (the Copyright Modernization Act) and recent Supreme Court of Canada decisions. Read More
January 23, 2013
The Digital Classroom FAQ has been updated to reflect certain provisions of C-11 (the Copyright Modernization Act). Read More
The Digital Classroom FAQ has been updated to reflect certain provisions of C-11 (the Copyright Modernization Act). Read More
January 22, 2013
The revised copying guidelines poster for scanners and photocopiers is available for download. Read More
The revised copying guidelines poster for scanners and photocopiers is available for download. Read More
November 7, 2012
The proposed changes to the Copyright Modernization Act (Bill C-11) are still not yet in force, but include significant amendments from UBC's perspective. Read more...
The proposed changes to the Copyright Modernization Act (Bill C-11) are still not yet in force, but include significant amendments from UBC's perspective. Read more...
Important provisions of Bill C-11, the Copyright Modernization Act have been brought into force today. These provisions introduce broad and far reaching changes for educational institutions, faculty, staff and students. Read More
September 15, 2012
The Digital Classroom FAQ has been updated to reflect the recent the Supreme Court of Canada copyright decisions. Read More
The Digital Classroom FAQ has been updated to reflect the recent the Supreme Court of Canada copyright decisions. Read More
August 24, 2012
The Supreme Court of Canada has recently issued a set of landmark decisions on copyright law. These decisions have changed copyright law in Canada and will have a positive impact on your studies, teaching, research and administrative work at UBC. Read More
The Supreme Court of Canada has recently issued a set of landmark decisions on copyright law. These decisions have changed copyright law in Canada and will have a positive impact on your studies, teaching, research and administrative work at UBC. Read More
July 13, 2012
Bill C-11, the Copyright Modernization Act has been approved by both the House of Commons and Senate, and received Royal Assent on June 29, 2012. However, it is not yet in force and will go through an order-in-council process before it becomes law, which may be a number of months… Read More
Bill C-11, the Copyright Modernization Act has been approved by both the House of Commons and Senate, and received Royal Assent on June 29, 2012. However, it is not yet in force and will go through an order-in-council process before it becomes law, which may be a number of months… Read More
May 15, 2012
After extensive review, UBC has decided not to sign a license agreement with Access Copyright based on the model that it has recently negotiated with the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada ... Read more
After extensive review, UBC has decided not to sign a license agreement with Access Copyright based on the model that it has recently negotiated with the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada ... Read more
April 16, 2012
The Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC) has reached an agreement with Access Copyright on a new model licence. UBC is currently reviewing the model licence and associated documentation… Read More
The Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC) has reached an agreement with Access Copyright on a new model licence. UBC is currently reviewing the model licence and associated documentation… Read More
March 5, 2012
The License Information Database has been updated and enhanced with new permissions categories and language. Access the site...
The License Information Database has been updated and enhanced with new permissions categories and language. Access the site...
March 3, 2012
UBC is required to pay SOCAN tariffs when it rents out its facilities for events that play music. Read More...
UBC is required to pay SOCAN tariffs when it rents out its facilities for events that play music. Read More...
February 14, 2012
UBC continues to support AUCC in its negotiations with Access Copyright. Read More...
UBC continues to support AUCC in its negotiations with Access Copyright. Read More...
February 1, 2012
UBC will provide information on this site when we have reviewed the separate Access Copyright licenses signed by Western University and the University of Toronto.
UBC will provide information on this site when we have reviewed the separate Access Copyright licenses signed by Western University and the University of Toronto.
December 5, 2011
Wiley will allow a course instructor who has adopted a Wiley textbook to reproduce, on a limited license basis and not for further distribution, Wiley-owned content items included within the textbook and/or instructor support materials. Read more...
Wiley will allow a course instructor who has adopted a Wiley textbook to reproduce, on a limited license basis and not for further distribution, Wiley-owned content items included within the textbook and/or instructor support materials. Read more...
October 7, 2011
Pearson allows a course instructor who has adopted a Pearson textbook to reproduce Pearson-owned content items included within the textbook and/or instructor support materials. Read more...
Pearson allows a course instructor who has adopted a Pearson textbook to reproduce Pearson-owned content items included within the textbook and/or instructor support materials. Read more...
