Prime Minister Mark Carney announces new ‘AI for All’ strategy

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the launch of AI for All on Thursday, Canada’s new AI strategy with the goal of increasing the use of AI through free trading for all Canadians.

Over the next five years, this strategy will introduce new legislation, investments and programs that ensure AI is used responsibly, building trust and expanding opportunities.

“We will build trust so that all Canadians are empowered to use this technology safely and with confidence. AI that builds Canada strong for all: that is our mission,” Carney says.

The strategy also promises to ensure all post-secondary students have access to trusted AI agents, creating up to 90,000 AI-related jobs and pursuing a “pro-worker” approach.

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Minister of Jobs and Families Patty Hajdu says AI is changing the future of work and this new AI strategy is what will help workers gain new opportunities in an AI-enabled economy.

A new program for projects that improve Canadians’ lives will also be introduced by the government, with the first $200 million investment focused on improving health outcomes.

Canada’s AI plan also promises to expand the country’s tech partnership with Germany, positioning Canada to lead a coalition of aligned democracies.

With Files from The Canadian Press

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