Responsible use of artificial intelligence in government
Artificial intelligence (AI) technologies offer promise for improving how the Government of Canada provides digital services. As we explore the use of AI in government programs and services, we are ensuring it’s governed by clear values, ethics and laws.
Most requested
- Guide on the Use of Generative AI
- Directive on Automated Decision-Making
- Algorithmic Impact Assessment Tool
- Section 4.5, “Automated decision-making,” Guideline on Service and Digital
- Consultations on the AI Strategy: What We Heard
Services and information
Guiding principles for the use of AI in government
Values and principles to improve government services in Canada and globally.
Progress on AI in government
A timeline of work completed to support the responsible use of AI in the Government of Canada.
List of qualified AI suppliers
A current list of qualified businesses looking to provide AI solutions to the Government of Canada.
Scope of the Directive on Automated Decision-Making
Learn about the scope of the directive and find out whether it applies to your automation project.
Generative AI in your daily work
Concise best practices and do’s and don’ts for the use of generative AI in your daily work.
Guide to Peer Review of Automated Decision Systems
Supports federal departments in complying with the Directive on Automated Decision-Making and experts undertaking a peer review.
Microsoft Copilot for Work: Policy Implementation Notice
Information for federal institutions to configure and enable Microsoft Copilot for Work (Web Browser Chat Based Application).
AI Strategy for the Federal Public Service 2025-2027
The Strategy outlines how the federal government will use AI to enhance efficiencies, boost research, and improve digital services.
Departmental AI Responsibilities
Guidance on departmental roles for AI adoption and experimentation.
G7 public sector AI commitments
Commitments to accelerate AI adoption from Canada’s 2025 G7 presidency
Policy Implementation Notice for Departmental Adoption of GCtranslate
This policy implementation notice directs institutions that the GCtranslate application be adopted and used as the default AI-assisted translation tool
Use of Agentic Artificial Intelligence
Practical direction for assessing, managing, and governing AI agents
Features
- (Dataset): Government of Canada AI Register (Minimum Viable Product)
Collection of information about the Government of Canada's AI systems - (Article) Driving forward: navigating the AI landscape in the Government of Canada
LinkedIn article by Stephen Burt, Chief Data Officer, Government of Canada - (Video) AI procurement for a digital world
Overview of the AI procurement process - (Video) Algorithmic Impact Assessment
Introduction to the Algorithmic Impact Assessment