Canada’s AI Task Force needs a Civil Society and Communities council, advocates say
The task force, launched at the end of September, has been described as “industry-dominated.” It also includes representatives from the Canadian Union of Public Employees, the First Nations Technology Council, and the Centre for Media, Technology and Democracy.
Why It Matters
Minister Solomon’s rapid “national sprint” of public consultations has drawn criticism from academics and the social purpose sector alike. The new campaign provides practical and tangible steps that the Minister and the Task Force can take to ensure that Canada’s approach to AI remains equitable, accessible and accountable.
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