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99% Invisible · June 2, 2026 · 40m 27s

The MAPL Test

This episode of 99% Invisible examines the MAPL Test, a quirky regulation that reshaped Canadian radio by defining what makes music 'Canadian.' The rule required stations to play a certain percentage of Canadian content, creating a protected space for local artists and transforming the country's music landscape.

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Highlights

The MAPL Test: Canadian Content Rules
The MAPL Test defines what qualifies as Canadian content for radio airplay, using a points system across Music, Artist, Performance, and Lyrics.
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