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Trust in government a key factor in acceptance of greater federal use of AI

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Canada needs a national strategy for generative AI in higher education

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Bridging the gap between publicly funded research and markets

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Bulldozer or bystander? Canada’s stakes in the new global economy 

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Generative AI and deeper thinking: What’s in our heads still matters*

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The AI literacy gap facing Gen Alpha

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Canadian businesses need a new government approach to cybercrime

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A Canadian blueprint for trustworthy AI governance

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Out of thick air: Converting carbon emissions to fuel

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Canada’s G7 presidency in 2025 a chance to address two critical areas

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The end-of-life care, environment and health system ‘polycrisis’ needs a new approach

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Scaling back on wastewater testing in Ontario leaves people vulnerable to illness

The struggle for affordable internet in remote Canada

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Ottawa eyeing ways to simplify public sector pay rules, fix Phoenix problems

Federal funding for research prompts call for more partners in health care

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Canadian banks have a role to play in preventing domestic violence

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A lack of scientific diplomacy leaves Canada at a disadvantage on the world stage

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Encouraging innovation and competition through smart regulation

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Canada’s pandemic preparedness investments still make equity an afterthought

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When Canadian regulations favour corporate concentration

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A safer online experience doesn’t require sacrificing privacy

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Can angst about productivity lead to serious public-service reforms?

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Canada needs ethical data governance in agriculture

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Federal legislation needs further amendments to protect children’s privacy

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