Nova Scotia is shutting down the Maritime Film Classification Board (MFCB), which has regulated film ratings in the province for over a century. The move reflects the evolving landscape of media consumption, where digital access has made traditional film classification less relevant.
The board, originally established for film censorship, transitioned to rating films in the 1980s. In 1993, an agreement among the Maritime provinces allowed Nova Scotia to classify films while New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island adopted the ratings. However, the number of films reviewed annually has significantly declined in recent years.
With the closure of the MFCB, Nova Scotia will now rely on ratings provided by film distributors. Some experts express concerns that this shift may not align with local community standards, as distributors might prioritize commercial interests over regional sensitivities. The change leaves only British Columbia, Alberta, and Quebec with active provincial film classification boards.
Source: Swifteradio.com
