It looks like the federal government in Canada is planning on changing the copyright law. If you’re concerned about the issue of copyright, and particularly if you’re living in Canada and want to do something about this issue, read the details on Michael Geist’s blog. He has a whole series on why he thinks the proposed new bill is not necessary (including items such as arrests being made under the current Copyright Act, which would therefore appear to give the police all the powers they need, and the need for more consultation).