35.1 (1) For the purpose of subparagraph (b)(v) of the definition solicit or solicitation in subsection 163(1) of the Act, a solicitation does not include a public announcement that is made by
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(b) a press release, an opinion, a statement or an advertisement provided through a broadcast medium or by a telephonic, electronic or other communication facility, or appearing in a newspaper, a magazine or other publication generally available to the public.
