Wednesday, 26 August 2026 PDT | 11:02 AM
The 1 News Alt Logo Text Smart News for Global Indians

The next chapter of Canada's AI leadership

AI News August 03, 2026 08:30 AM
The next chapter of Canada's AI leadership

From October 1 to October 31, 2025, Canadians from across the country weighed in on the future of Canada’s AI leadership. Read the full report for an analysis of their input.

Engagements on Canada’s next AI strategy

Read the report: Engagements on Canada’s Next AI Strategy

More than 11,300 Canadians from across the country and 28 AI Strategy Task Force members shared their ideas to help shape the next chapter of Canada’s AI leadership. We heard from individuals and organizations alike, with representation across several industries and sectors, including:

The report includes analysis of both the public consultation and the 32 reports submitted by the 28 Task Force members, with some members contributing more than one report. Key themes from the consultation include:

2. Industry and government adoption

After carefully considering the feedback we received from the consultation, we will soon be launching a renewed AI strategy.

In October 2025, we ran a 30-day national consultation to shape a renewed AI strategy that will strengthen our competitive edge and protect our digital sovereignty. We invited founders, researchers, workers, creators, students, public servants and community voices to share their ideas and feedback.

We asked Canadians for their thoughts on how we can:

Responsible use of artificial intelligence in government