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Quebec's proposed French-language quotas for streaming giants could spark a constitutional battle

National Post05.26.2025
Quebec's proposed French-language quotas for streaming giants could spark a constitutional battle
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TL;DR
Quebec's proposed legislation mandates streaming services like Netflix and Disney+ to offer a quota of French-language content, sparking potential constitutional issues. Quebec aims to protect and promote the French language, countering global content dominance by English-language media. Critics argue this may infringe on constitutional rights, creating a debate over cultural preservation versus legal boundaries. The law could face challenges citing freedom of expression and commerce, presenting a clash between federal and provincial jurisdictions over media regulation. The outcome could redefine streaming service operations and cultural policy in Canada.

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