Monthly Communication Report

Organization:	Directors Guild of Canada/La guilde canadienne des realisateurs
Associated registration:	963895-227641-27
Communication date:	2026-03-04
Posted date:	2026-03-04

Designated Public Office Holders who participated in the communication:	Michel Sabbagh, Director General, Audiovisual Canadian Heritage (PCH) Francis Bilodeau, Deputy Minister Canadian Heritage (PCH)
List of Details Subject matter Detail Arts and Culture Ensure Canada’s screen industries remain globally competitive through tax incentives, fair labour practices, and investment in talent. Promote tax and financing mechanisms that encourage private investment in Canadian-owned intellectual property. Advocate for modernized funding models through Telefilm Canada, the CMF, and provincial agencies. Arts and Culture, Intellectual Property Ensure that the evolution of AI and digital tools strengthens, not replaces, human creativity and artistic authorship. Advocate for a human-centred approach to AI governance that protects creators’ rights and preserves artistic integrity. Support clear rules for AI training, use, remuneration and attribution in audiovisual productions. Arts and Culture, Broadcasting, Intellectual Property Strengthen Canada’s audiovisual and cultural ecosystem by ensuring that directors and creative authors are recognized, supported, and central to cultural policy. Advocate for sustained and equitable funding for Canadian feature films, scripted series, and documentaries. Support the implementation of the Online Streaming Act (Bill C-11) in a way that ensures meaningful opportunities for Canadian creators and independent producers.
Responsible Officer who filed this communication report:	Alistair Hepburn
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