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WIPO Treaty for the Blind Gains Momentum, But Canada Missing in Action

By Michael Geist

The World Intellectual Property Organization is meeting this week with considerable momentum toward work on a Treaty for the Blind that would establish important copyright limitations and exceptions to ensure broader access for the sight disabled.  While the U.S. had emerged as a leader with a surprising shift in approach, attendees report that Canada has been missing in action and maintaining a very low profile.  It's incredibly discouraging to see Canada - which fashions itself as a leading voice that can bridge the gap between delegations - doing so little on such an important issue. 

Full post as published by Michael Geist on December 18, 2009 (boomark / email).