The CRTC is an administrative tribunal that regulates and supervises broadcasting and telecommunications in the public interest.
The CRTC focuses on achieving policy objectives established in the Broadcasting Act, Telecommunications Act and Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL).
It supervises and regulates over 2,000 broadcasters, including TV services, AM and FM radio stations, and the companies that own them. They also regulate telecommunications carriers, including major telephone companies. CRTC’s activities include licensing, promoting compliance with regulations, making ownership decisions, approving tariffs, encouraging competition, and providing information
Through the CRTC you can make a complaint about your personal phone, internet TV or radio service provider. You can also register or make a complaint with the National Do Not Call List.
The Canadian Cultural Property Export Review Board (CCPERB) helps to ensure Canada's cultural property is protected, preserved, and accessible to the public. CCPERB provides accountability and support to the institutions and individuals who create, acquire, and engage in the exchange of cultural property.
The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) is a special operating agency of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada. They deliver intellectual property (IP) services in Canada and educate Canadians on how to use IP more effectively.
The Copyright Board of Canada’s fundamental purpose is to establish fair and equitable tariffs and licences through timely and fair processes.
The mandate of the Copyright Board of Canada is defined in the Copyright Act which provides they may: