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Quebec to impose French-language quotas on streaming giants | CBC News

CBC Montreal05.21.2025
Quebec to impose French-language quotas on streaming giants | CBC News
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TL;DR
Quebec's Culture Minister, Mathieu Lacombe, has introduced a bill requiring streaming services like Netflix and Disney+ to produce a minimum amount of French-language content. This effort aims to preserve and promote the French language and culture in Quebec. The bill would set quotas for both French content production and promotion on their platforms. The minister argues this is necessary to ensure the survival of Quebecois stories and culture, while critics question the feasibility for global companies. The legislation comes amidst broader discussions on digital content regulations in Canada.

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