Writer's Block

Canadians are confident that their right to free expression is protected. However, in 2003, the issue is not as simple as it appears — freedom of expression is often limited by government, community, and business interests. In this issue’s feature, writer Sarah R. Evans takes a closer look at what materials Canadians are free to produce, read, and view. In our Interview section, Contributing Editor Lorie Boucher takes us into the daily life of a regulatory drafter.

New for summer 2003, Writer’s Block gets a facelift! All your favourites — features, essays, interviews, book reviews, Business Word and Origins — in a delightful new package.

Introducing the WB Index. Beginning with the summer issue, use the hyperlinked WB Index to research subjects and topics in WB articles and tips dating back to spring 1995.

	Under Attack: An Update on Censorship and Freedom of Expression in Canada Writer Sarah R. Evans examines the intermingling of obscenity legislation, the constitutional rights of individuals, and "community standards" and its effect on freedom of expression in Canada.
	Making the Rules: A Day in the Life of a Regulatory Drafter Contributing Editor Lorie Boucher speaks with David Spicer, Senior Regulatory Drafting Officer with the CFIA, about the regulatory drafting process, writing complex texts in the context of federal plain language principles, and what it’s like to write the words that define and protect Canadians.
	Plain Language Writing From a Good Idea Emerges Good Public Policy Peter Zvalo looks at the plain language movement, its promoters and its critics.
	Ski Bunnies Miss Hoopty and Delilah go downhill skiing.