New AI safety institute limited by legislative vacuum: NDP innovation critic Brian Masse
After more than two years, and a year-long committee study, Bill C-27 is in a holding pattern awaiting government amendments.
Government agencies using AI must implement governance programs, or risk losing trust
Canada can ensure that AI systems are developed and deployed in a way that respects human rights, and promotes social justice.
Inuktut becomes first Indigenous language spoken in Canada available on Google Translate
ITK President Natan Obed says the inclusion of Inuktut on the translation platform can empower Inuit to ‘interact more fully in the digital world.’
Driving out deepfakes: Canada can lead on responsible AI innovation
Convincing deepfakes of political and business leaders pose serious risks to our national security, democratic institutions, and markets.
Digital research infrastructure is the key to the future success of Canada’s research ecosystem
We must build a truly pan-Canadian digital research infrastructure that enables revolutionary artificial intelligence developments.
Trudeau mingles with progressive policy leaders in Montreal
Plus, Joly co-hosts women foreign ministers’ summit.
Anand pushes for AI in federal public service
Plus, Senators return to the Hill.
Feds fail to justify spending billions of dollars on AI that mainly benefits industry insiders
The projected $2.4-billion of federal investment in artificial intelligence lacks justification and ill-serves the public interest. Canadians deserve better.
Revolutionary change to our health care is required—and possible
We need our health-system leaders to act courageously and fully commit to health-care reinvention to drive better patient outcomes, and a sustainable modern system.
Navigating artificial intelligence: the Global South can lead the way
In the Global North, it’s corporations that tend to drive AI research and innovations, while across Africa, ‘communities of practice’ are in the driver’s seat, ensuring AI is safe, inclusive, rights-based, and sustainable.
