Canada’s Fall Economic Statement signals the ‘right to repair’ your tech devices

Copyright and intellectual property laws protect manufacturers, but can also affect consumers' right to repair. (Blaz Erzetic/Unsplash), CC BY-SA

On Nov. 23, the Government of Canada released the 2023 Fall Economic Statement. In a bold move toward empowering consumers, reducing costs and promoting sustainability, the Canadian government has reiterated its commitment to the ‘right to repair.’