Co-development of the Indigenous Broadcasting Policy
We are collaborating closely with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples to co-develop an Indigenous broadcasting policy that meets the needs and interests of Indigenous audiences, broadcasters, and content creators.
The co-development of the policy supports the Government of Canada’s reconciliation efforts with Indigenous peoples by helping to protect and promote Indigenous cultures and languages.
Our 3 phases
The co-development of an Indigenous broadcasting policy consists of three phases.
Early engagement sessions
Status: Complete
Public consultation
Status: Closed for comments. There may be additional consultations in early 2025, as needed.
Preliminary conclusions and determinations
Status: Coming soon
Phase 1: Early engagement sessions
The first phase consisted of engagement sessions to identify the needs of Indigenous peoples within the broadcasting system in Canada. Between June 2019 and February 2020, the CRTC held 12 engagement sessions – led by Indigenous facilitators – with Indigenous broadcasters and content creators across Canada.
Status: Complete
What we learned:
- Executive summary of the engagement sessions “What You Said” report
- Engagement sessions report
- Indigenous Co-development and Engagement: Wise Practices
The executive summary is also available in the following Indigenous languages:
Phase 2: Public consultation
The engagement sessions helped establish the second phase, the public consultation. We sought a diverse range of perspectives on how radio, television, and online streaming services in Canada can meet the needs and interests of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. A second round of public consultation will open in early 2025.
Status: Closed for comments. There may be additional consultations in early 2025, as needed.
Phase 3: Preliminary conclusions and determinations
Following the second phase, we will further collaborate with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples to co-develop the policy.
Status: Upcoming
Support for Indigenous broadcasters
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Our support centres are open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Eastern Time).
- Radio, TV and television service providers: 1-866-781-1911
- Data Collection System Help Desk (DCS): Survey and DCS assistance
Service and information
Indigenous Broadcasting Policy
Learn about the current Indigenous Broadcasting Policy and other relevant Acts and Regulations.
Resources available
Learn about the funding available for Indigenous broadcasters and content creators.
About Radio and TV Licences (Applying, Renewing and Obligations)
Learn about Indigenous radio and television licences.
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