The Songwriters Association of Canada commends the recent decision by the US Copyright Office (USCO) that reaffirms termination rights under the Music Modernization Act.

This ruling clarifies that songwriters can collect mechanical royalties from streaming platforms like Spotify, Apple, and Amazon after their termination rights have been invoked (ie: after reclaiming their copyright from a third party). This decision is a significant victory for songwriters and creators, ensuring they receive fair compensation upon reclaiming their copyrights.

Music Creators North America played a crucial role in making the voices of songwriters heard during these proceedings and the Songwriters Association is proud of its longstanding membership in the organization.