Copyright & Intellectual Property
As both creators and users of copyrighted works, academic staff advocate for balanced copyright and intellectual property laws that serve the public interest. It is in the interest of all Canadians, not just those engaged in education and research, to protect and enhance balanced copyright.
Featured resources
CAUT’s copyright advocacy positions
Academic staff rely on the Copyright Act to ensure authors are paid fairly and knowledge is available for education and research.
Policy statement on open scholarship
The parliamentary review of the Copyright Act
Remuneration models for artists and creative industries
Campaigns
Copyright and Intellectual Property
Copyright law regulates an essential part of academic life. It must protect both creators and users.
