Artificial intelligence (AI) represents a set of complex and powerful technologies that will touch or transform every sector and industry. It has the power to help us address some of our most challenging problems in areas like health and the environment, and to introduce new sources of sustainable economic growth. As a digital nation, Canada is taking steps to harness the potential of AI.
Created in 2019, the Advisory Council on Artificial Intelligence advises the Government of Canada on building Canada's strengths and global leadership in AI, identifying opportunities to create economic growth that benefits all Canadians, and ensuring that AI advancements reflect Canadian values. The Advisory Council is a central reference point to draw on leading AI experts from Canadian industry, civil society, academia, and government.
In 2025, the Advisory Council's membership was refreshed to bring in new perspectives and expertise on rapidly developing topics, such as AI governance and safety. Its mandate was also expanded to ensure that the Council is able to provide comprehensive advice to the Government on policy issues facing it, including advice on the implementation of key initiatives announced in Budget 2024.
Safe and Secure AI Advisory Group
Following the launch of the Canadian Artificial Intelligence Safety Institute in November 2024, the Government is launching a separate Safe and Secure AI Advisory Group associated with the Advisory Council, with a mandate to provide advice on risks emerging from the development and deployment of AI systems across the economy.