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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Access Copyright has released the 2026 Payback payment to eligible creator affiliates. Details on this year's payment are available here: accesscopyright.ca/post/access-...

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Access Copyright Foundation is now accepting applications for Events Grants. This program is ideal for organizations planning festivals, reading series, conferences or other activities that will celebrate literary and/or visual arts in Canada. Read more: www.acfoundation.ca/2026/09/02/c...

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Access Copyright Foundation, an arm’s length foundation of Access Copyright, is pleased to announce the 25 Canadian writers, visual artists, publishers and organizations that will be receiving support in 2026 for their education and training goals.

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Access Copyright Foundation, an arm’s length foundation of Access Copyright, is pleased to share its 2026 recipients of Marian Hebb Research Grants. In total, the Foundation has awarded grants to 27 members of Canada’s creative sector. Read more: www.acfoundation.ca/2026/07/28/a...

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

The deadline for eligible creator affiliates to make or revise their Payback claim for 2026 is May 31. Ensure you are maximizing your 2026 Payback payment, to be distributed in November. More information here: accesscopyright.ca/creators/pay...

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Our 2025 Annual Report is out. Read all about the work we did last year to build our renewed foundation. Check it out here: ac-annual-reports.accesscopyright.ca

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

This week is Freedom to Read Week in Canada. We stand with other organizations to champion intellectual freedom, and to protect our freedom to read. Learn how you can get involved: freedomtoread.ca/freedom-to-r... #FreedomToRead #FTRW26

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 05/01/2026

Happy New Year! We are pleased to share that our business-systems update has finished and all affected portals are now back online. More details on accessing our updated portals can be found here: www.accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

We are pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for Access Copyright Foundation's 2026 round of Marian Hebb Research Grant funding. Deadline for applications is February 15, 2026. All the information you need to apply is here: www.acfoundation.ca/2025/12/17/a...

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Our systems are now offline as we undertake an upgrade of our business systems which we expect will be completed on January 5, 2026. Learn more here: accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

Our Nominating Committee is continuing to accept applications from those interested in contributing to Access Copyright in a Board director capacity. Our posting has all the details you need to apply with confidence: accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Access Copyright is planning an upgrade of its business systems at the end of this year. While this upgrade is taking place (scheduled to begin on Dec. 17, 2025 and end on Jan. 5, 2026) several platforms will be offline. Learn more: www.accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 19/11/2025

Are you looking to contribute to Canada’s creative economy in a Board Director capacity? We are currently recruiting for those interested in serving on our Board. Learn more: www.accesscopyright.ca/media/announ...

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

We're glad Peter's Payback cheque got to him and appreciated his video outlining our work to provide content users with licensed access to published works so that creators like Peter can be fairly compensated. Check out his video here: instagram.com/p/DQDSXN1gRji/

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

@workinculture.bsky.social has launched Making It Work 2025 to capture the current realities facing Ontario's arts, culture, and creative workforce. Artists, cultural workers, creative entrepreneurs - your experience matters. Take the survey: bit.ly/MakingItWork... (Open Oct 1-27)

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Our upcoming webinar is for AC affiliates and members looking to learn more about: · Key takeaways from global Generative AI litigation · Government responses to regulating AI · Private-sector responses to this new technology Register for free here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Join us on Wednesday, October 1 at 1:00 p.m. EDT for a one-hour, free online educational session on Generative AI & Strategic Considerations for Creators & Publishers with Erin Finlay, a leading expert on copyright law and AI. Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Canadian organizations often bend over backwards to make sure they do the right thing. But is your company doing the right thing when it comes to copyright? If you’re not sure, Access Copyright can help. Let’s talk. Contact us today: accessforbusiness.ca/contact-acce...

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 15/04/2025

It's #BCBooksDay! Access Copyright is pleased to represent 115+ publishers & 2,700 creators who call British Columbia home. In 2023, we distributed $625K in royalties to BC rights holders, which were invested into the local economy and helped bring more BC publications to life.

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

On Wed. April 16 at 12 noon EDT, there will be an Electoral Townhall on Arts & Culture at OCAD University in Toronto with candidates from major political parties. Register to attend for free here: eventbrite.ca/e/electoral-.... Townhall will also be live on OCAD's YouTube channel.

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

Coming Monday, April 14 at 3:30 p.m. EDT. Debate on Culture: 2025 Federal Elections will feature representatives from Canada’s main political parties and focus on cultural sovereignty. Register for the webcast or to attend in person here for free: cdec-cdce.org/en/evenement...

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

2. Develop a fair and ethical AI regulatory system in Canada that values human creation, sustains our vital cultural industries, and encourages the growth of a market for the licensing of content for GenAI purposes.

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

We call on all parties and candidates to commit to the following: 1. Repair Canada’s Copyright Act by clarifying existing fair dealing exceptions, including for education, so that Canadian creators and publishers are fairly compensated for the use of their published works.

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

This year's Payback claim period starts April 1 and ends on May 31. Eligible affiliates will be notified by email once the portal is open to receive claims. Only those who have never made a claim or have 2023 works to report will likely need to take action this claim period.

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Access Copyright @accesscopyright.bsky.social · 03/03/2025

Do you often need to share published content externally? Are you sure you have the coverage to do so? If not, an Access Copyright licence may be exactly just what you need. Let’s talk. Contact us today: accessforbusiness.ca/contact-acce...

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We're always happy when Access Copyright Foundation grantees get in touch with us, like @joellekidd.bsky.social. We're thrilled to hear that the Research Grant she was awarded has resulted in her new book from @ecwpress.bsky.social on evangelical Christian pop culture. ecwpress.com/products/jes...

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Are you working in Ontario’s creative industries? @workinculture.bsky.social wants to know: How are AI tools helping (or not) with admin tasks? Take their short, confidential survey by Tuesday, March 4 to share your thoughts on AI use for admin and operations. ca1se.voxco.com/S2/114/AI-Ad...

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Call for Applications! Access Copyright Foundation has begun to accept applications for its annual round of funding for Professional Development Grants. Read more (including the link to apply) here: www.acfoundation.ca/2025/02/13/c...

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🧵 Following an organizational restructuring at the end of 2023, Access Copyright Board and staff have made important strides over the past year, including the development of a new strategic plan for the organization.

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Your organization may have gaps in your policies around the copying and sharing of published content. Our licence can help you fill them. Learn more here: accessforbusiness.ca/biotech-phar...

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Last November, the Ontario Book Publishers Organization released a report quantifying the economic contribution of Ontario's independent book publishers. We are pleased that a Research Grant from Access Copyright Foundation supported this important work. obpo.ca/wp-content/u...

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Our CEO, Kate, will be joining other leaders in Canada's cultural sector this Thursday at 1:00 p.m. EST for Ontario Culture Days' discussion on how artists and creative businesses can shape the future of AI. Registration for the webinar is here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-art-of...

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We were pleased to hear from Vincenzo Pietropaolo on how the Marian Hebb Research Grant he was awarded from Access Copyright Foundation has helped with his project, Unveiling the Queer Italian Canadian Experience. He even shared a photo from it with us! www.acfoundation.ca/spotlight/

A photo of Raffeal Briatico with his aunt, “zia” Maria Marinaro who are emblematic of Vincenzo’s project.

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Does your business’ copyright policies have a gap? An Access Copyright blanket licence can fill them, especially if sharing news stories or market intelligence is critical to your success. Want to learn more or not even sure what Access Copyright is? Learn more: accessforbusiness.ca/biotech-phar...

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In 2021, Catherine Tsalikis received a Marian Hebb Research Grant from Access Copyright Foundation for her upcoming bio on Chrystia Freeland - this Friday, @houseofanansi.bsky.social is rush-releasing her new book (current events in action!). #cdnpoli

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We were thrilled to see Ayelet Tsabari's 'Songs for the Brokenhearted' selected as one of the Globe and Mail's 100 best books of 2024, and that Access Copyright Foundation was able to support her research into the history of Yemenite women’s songs for the book. Congrats Ayelet!

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