GC-OS: why the Government of Canada should develop its own software
It is no longer inconceivable that the U.S. could exert its regulatory powers over America-based software companies to threaten or punish rivals.
Minister Solomon a chance to regain our spot as a global AI leader
This is Canada’s AI moment. The creation of a dedicated minister is a strong signal, but follow-through will determine whether it’s remembered as a symbolic gesture or a catalyst for change.
A public alternative to social media
It is increasingly clear that private social media companies’ values do not align with maintaining a vibrant information ecosystem.
Imagination is the missing ingredient in Canadian AI policy and adoption
We need to quickly shed the mindset that either romanticizes or demonizes AI in favour of one that accepts its increasingly transformative practical utility.
Is Canada’s electric vehicle industry on a collision course?
The new Carney government and our provincial governments must take stock of the decline in the automotive manufacturing sector, and ask if the push to electrify the manufacturing base is in the long-term best interests of Canadians.
Researcher, advocacy group hoping for ‘cabinet co-ordination’ on digital files with new AI and digital innovation ministry
‘It’s a very welcome move, and I think it’s a strong signal AI policy and innovation policy [are at] the centre of the government’s priorities,’ says Prof. Florian Martin-Bariteau
Carney must lead efforts to transform Canada’s economy
While dealing with the U.S. on our future relationship is critical, the effort to create a new Canadian economy is even more important.
Why AI self-regulation has left Canada’s elections vulnerable
This past election offers a chance for Canada to consider establishing broader standards for digital identity verification across public and private sectors for future campaigns.
AI and the innovation-regulation pendulum
Achieving a healthy balance between innovation and regulation is key as Canada continues to pursue more digital transformation initiatives.
Collaboration is Canada’s innovation superpower
This approach is hard. It’s slow. It challenges egos and requires patience. But it’s also the only way we’ll achieve systems-level change
