EVOLUTION OF AI AND ROBOTICS IN THE CANADIAN LANDSCAPE

Canada's tech scene is currently experiencing phenomenal growth in the artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics industries. The escalation is primarily credited to the strategic government investment, industry innovation, and acceptance across various sectors.

The Government of Canada has recently updated its AI Strategy for the Federal Public Service (2025–2027), reaffirming its promise to deliver world-class services and securing national interests through the responsible adoption of AI.

The Canadian government's strategy demonstrates its long-term commitment to digital innovation, with over $4.4 billion invested in AI and digital research infrastructure since 2016, including a specific $2.4 billion allocation for AI.

Another notable initiative is the Pan-Canadian Artificial Intelligence Strategy, which since 2017 has focused on talent development, AI research, and commercialization. It has collaborated with leading AI institutions like Amii in Edmonton, Mila in Montreal, and the Vector Institute in Toronto and Waterloo.

The strategy now includes a $443 million funding for supporting AI research, talent development, and commercialization.

According to the 2024 Global AI Vibrancy Tool, Canada is ranked sixth among 36 countries evaluated for AI vibrancy, based on 42 indicators across eight pillars, including research and development, economy, policy, and infrastructure.

The country boasts over 100 researchers in CIFAR's AI Chair program and an annual over 200 graduates from Canada's AI institutes. AI start-ups are growing exponentially, raising $1.5 billion in venture funding in 2021.

Canada’s strengths include significant AI research output, particularly in per capita AI papers, where it ranks #1 in the G7 and #2 globally, with much of this activity concentrated in the Toronto-Waterloo corridor.

AI and robotics technologies are increasingly within reach of businesses across the spectrum, no longer limited to major enterprises. The growing popularity of 'robot as a service' models eliminates substantial initial capital outlays, making advanced automation accessible to more companies. Meanwhile, autonomous robotic systems continue to gain traction, particularly in manufacturing and logistics operations.

Generative AI tools' adoption and collaboration between the public and private sectors are central to unlocking the power of AI-driven automation. This collaboration is especially critical in sectors such as construction and manufacturing. Canada's Global Innovation Clusters, backed by substantial federal funding, serve as a driving force behind the adoption of AI across key industries.

Despite being a powerhouse in the global arena, adoption of robotics in Canada has been slower, with policy challenges and immigration barriers posing potential risks. The Country's way forward includes strategic investments and proactive policy measures. Critics, however, call for a more assertive stance, particularly towards robotics and R&D. The path chosen by the country will ultimately determine its role in the global AI and robotics landscape.

 SP

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 Mining news- www.minestockers.com

(disclosure- the writer is a shareholder in minestockers.com

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