NEW! Featured Resources – Articles on AI and Copyright

Can AI be an author? Federal Court asked to decide in new copyright case
By Anja Karadeglija (The Canadian Press), Toronto Star, July 13 2024

“Author, Author” – Listing of AI Tool as Artwork’s “Author” in Copyright Registration Challenged in Canada’s Federal Court
By Tamara Céline Winegust, Bereskin & Parr Website, July 15 2024

 

Copyright Resources

If you feel someone has infringed on your copyright, or want to better know your rights, Access Copyright provides extensive resources for creators. Find out more.

You can register your copyright in Canada with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office. and in the USA with the U.S. Copyright Office.

 

Resources for Published Writers

If you’re a published writer, you could be eligible for funding through the Public Lending Right and Access Copyright Payback programs! If you’re not already registered for these programs, learn more:

• Access Copyright Payback for Writers
• The Public Lending Right Program

The International Authors Forum publishes guidelines for accessible ebooks (PDF) for self-published authors.

 

Fair Contracts for Writers

Learn about the International Authors Forum’s Ten Principles of Fair Contracts. (PDF link)