StatsCan finds AI adoption has doubled in businesses, but hasn’t yet affected headcounts
Survey data precedes wave of AI-first policies from giants like OpenText and Shopify.
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Cohere bringing AI into public sector through partnerships with Canadian, UK governments
AI startup says it will heed Prime Minister’s call to make government “more productive and efficient.”
AI minister Evan Solomon wary of overdoing regulation, but says Bill C-27 “not gone”
Tech leaders call for procurement strategies that benefit Canadian AI companies following minister’s remarks.
Canada Health Infoway’s AI Scribe Program hooks up primary care clinicians with Canadian healthtech
Initiative to provide up to 10,000 licences for AI documentation tools from companies like Well Health and MEDFAR.
Vessel raises $10.3 million to retool VC for the age of AI
Platform developed by two ex-LPs aims to automate “grunt work” for GPs and improve LP relationships.
Government-backed program aims to help Canadian non-profits adopt responsible AI
RAISE hopes to make Canada a leader in AI for charities and social impact causes.
Taiv lands $14.4-million CAD Series A to put targeted ads on bar and restaurant TVs across North America
Winnipeg startup’s adtech solution aims to make business TVs more profitable and engaging.
Canada’s Bengio brothers offer new AI critiques, solutions
Plus: American chip giant AMD to acquire Untether AI team.
American chip giant AMD to acquire Untether AI team
AI inference chipmaker to cease supporting its products and shut down.
Fispan continues industry trend of secondary-heavy deals with Series B round
Vancouver-based embedded banking startup says it’s bringing in $34 million annually.
DIGITAL Innovation Cluster providing $15 million across 16 Canadian AI-based training and CareerTech projects
Projects backed by matching $15-million private investment aim to upskill and connect workers with employers.
Google allocates $13 million in funding to strengthen Canada’s AI workforce
First Nations Technology Council, Skills for Change, Toronto Public Library named as recipients alongside Amii.
AppDirect eyes rising energy demand with acquisition of Broker Online Exchange
Canadian-founded software services giant continues acquisition spree with gas, electricity brokerage platform.
Former Raptors star Jerome Williams newest teammate of community connector Swiirl
Startup helps brands connect with community and student creators for social impact.
UrbanLogiq wants governments to rely on its AI-powered insights
Startup partners with engineering, IT firms WSP and Cubic to source private-sector data for government clients.