# Commercial electronic message

An electronic message that, by its content, links or contact information, has as a purpose encouraging participation in a commercial activity.

**Source:** “(2) For the purposes of this Act, a commercial electronic message is an electronic message that, having regard to the content of the message” [Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation (S.C. 2010, c. 23)](https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/E-1.6/FullText.html)

See also: [Express consent](/reference/glossary/express-consent), [Existing business relationship](/reference/glossary/existing-business-relationship), [Unsubscribe mechanism](/reference/glossary/unsubscribe-mechanism).

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Published 2026-10-29. Web page: https://www.mackenziebowes.com/reference/glossary/commercial-electronic-message