Right to repair in Canada: You can now fix your own stuff
In Canada, reforms to copyright law were enacted through Bill C-244 and Bill C-294, changing how technological protection measures (TPMs) are regulated. The reforms are aimed at enabling more lawful ways to bypass or access TPMs, which supports the ability to repair devices (including by owners or independent repair providers) under certain conditions.
Stronger or clearer “right to repair” rules can indirectly affect AppleCare+ by increasing the likelihood that customers choose self-repair or independent repairs instead of Apple’s service channels. However, AppleCare+ coverage typically depends on whether repairs are performed with genuine/approved parts or authorized processes and whether unauthorized repairs cause damage; the regulation could raise the customer’s ability to legally perform repairs, potentially requiring Apple to align its service/coverage policies and documentation to avoid disputes over whether repairs void coverage.
The Act has undergone significant reforms with the passage of Bill C-244 and Bill C-294, reshaping how TPMs are regulated. These amendments aim to strike a ...
Country
Canada
Region
The United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico
Discovered
8/2/2026
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Language
English