Clement's Tweeting on C-32: A New Kind of Public Engagement

While there are critics of C-32, everyone should be willing to give props to Industry Minister Tony Clement for his tweeting on the bill.  Soon after the usual press conference, Clement began responding directly to public tweets asking questions about the bill.  He thanked the public for positive and negative feedback and answered questions on unlocking cellphones, format shifting CDs, copying DVDs, and statutory damages. This form of direct engagement with the public on government policy is something worth noting as it sets a benchmark for others to follow.