Today on NOW with Dave Brown: news panelists Michelle McQuigge and Joeita Gupta discuss the government’s deal with Google over the Online News Act. They also consider Vancouver City Hall's enhanced security measures. And they explore Quebec's decision to defend Xmas. Plus, Karen McKay from the Centre for Equitable Library Access tells you about their new service for preloaded content on the Envoy Connect audio player. She also highlights three books that won Writers’ Trust awards last month. This is the December 1, 2023, episode.