Hon. Marc Gold (Government Representative in the Senate): Thank you for your question.

Colleagues, artificial intelligence has tremendous economic potential; however, as with all technology, it presents important challenges and considerations to make sure that its development and implementation are safe. Canada is a global leader in responsible AI and is supporting an AI ecosystem that supports the responsible use of this important technology.

In response to your question, Senator Loffreda, to that end, I understand that Budget 2024 proposes $3.5 million over two years, starting in 2024-25, to advance Canada’s leadership role with a global partnership on artificial intelligence, securing Canada’s leadership on the global stage when it comes to advancing the responsible development, governance and use of AI technologies internationally.