Ottawa has spent more than $800 million on artificial intelligence technology since 2023, according to data provided by the federal government.
Federal Government Spent More Than $800M On AI Contracts, Licensing Over 3 Years
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MP Calls On Canadians to Fill Out Census as Some Express Privacy Concerns
As some Canadians claim that the federal government’s national census violates their privacy, a Liberal member of Parliament is calling on them to fill out their 2026 census forms for the good of their communities.
Liberals Return to Parliament with Majority After Three Byelection Wins
The Liberals are set to return to the House of Commons with significantly more power after a set of byelection wins granted them a majority on Monday night.
Kinew Leads Manitoba Delegation to Ottawa to Push Economic Priorities
Premier Wab Kinew is heading to Ottawa this week with a delegation of Manitoba business leaders to advocate for the province’s economic priorities with federal officials.
Federal Departments, Agencies to Shed 12,000 Full-Time Equivalent Positions
Federal departments and agencies are looking to cut more than 12,000 full-time equivalent jobs over the next three years as part of the Carney government’s spending review.
Ottawa Gives Canada Post a $1.01-Billion Loan Amid Ongoing Financial Struggles
The federal government is making more than $1 billion available to Canada Post in the form of a repayable loan to help the beleaguered Crown corporation remain solvent and keep its services running.
Canadians Sitting on $2 Billion in Uncashed Federal Cheques: Documents
Canadians have left some $2 billion in funds on the table by not cashing millions of paper cheques mailed out by federal government departments.
Ottawa Remains Open to Deal with Meta to Restore News to Facebook, Instagram
The Liberal government says it continues to be open to a deal with Meta to bring news back to Facebook and Instagram in Canada.
Affordability, Sovereignty Expected to Dominate Debate as Parliamentarians Return
The struggle of Canadian families to make ends meet in a turbulent economy is expected to be a key theme as Parliament reconvenes after the holiday break.
Spy Watchdog Reviewing Canadian Security Agencies’ Use of Artificial Intelligence
Canada’s spy watchdog is examining the use and governance of artificial intelligence in national security activities.
Liberals Table Crime Bill to Restrict Access to Bail, Impose Tougher Sentences
The Liberal government tabled legislation Thursday morning that would make it harder to get bail for a variety of offences, including vehicle thefts, extortion and breaking and entering.
Get Bad Advice from the Canada Revenue Agency? You’re Out of Luck, Taxpayer
Canadians who file their personal income taxes incorrectly after getting inaccurate information from the Canada Revenue Agency have no legal recourse, says a tax lawyer.
