Mission Statement Canadian Broadcast Distribution Association Strategic Plan – 2008-09 Mandate: The Association will foster interoperability of broadcasting services across multiple distribution platforms, facilitate the exchange of information on critical technical operational matters of interest to its members and provide education on topical issues. Objectives and Tactics: Foster the interoperability of broadcasting services across multiple distribution platforms; Provide timely education and the exchange of information on critical technical and operational matters of interest to members; Foster the efficient deployment of satellite technology in Canada; Foster the efficient deployment of terrestrial distribution technology for broadcasting in Canada: Ensure that all legislation and regulations pertaining to broadcasting operations recognize the interests of the members; Ensure that the deployment of competitive broadcasting distribution technologies and supply is consistent with the objectives of the Broadcasting Act and other related Canadian legislation; Represent the full cross section of the broadcasting industry; Promote the objectives of the Broadcasting Act in all activities.