Leading the Way: How the Canadian Government can Continue to Foster the Development of a Robust and Ethical Artificial Intelligence Industry

Abstract

The emerging artificial intelligence (AI) industry presents an enormous economic opportunity for Canada. However, many ethical questions remain unresolved about the application of these technologies and their social impacts. Despite these challenges, AI will continue to be developed and Canada cannot risk missing out on the benefits of the fourth industrial revolution. This article argues that Canada must continue to build upon its strong policies for the sector to foster the development of ethical domestic AI enterprises and offers several recommendations for policymakers.