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Tech Policy At A Crossroads: The Rules Are Catching Up, But Is Public Trust?
Regulation continues to lose the race against technology, but writing faster rules is only half the fix. As aviation attorneys dissect Canada's AI strategy, the FAA's supersonic flight proposal, and World Cup drone enforcement, a harder truth emerges: public understanding and trust may be lagging even further behind than the policy itself. The question is no longer just whether governments can catch up to the technology on paper, but whether citizens can catch up in their minds.
Canada Media & IT
MA
MLT Aikins LLP
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Transport Canada Proposes Remote ID, Community-based Organizations And Designated RPAS Airspace Regulations
Transport Canada has proposed three major amendments to the Canadian Aviation Regulations affecting remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS): Remote Identification requirements for drones weighing 250g-150kg, the introduction of Community-Based Organization status for recreational drone groups, and new designated airspaces with geo-awareness functions. With implementation expected between 2028-2030 and a consultation period closing September 9, 2026, these changes will fundamentally reshape how drones are i
Canada Transport
MA
MLT Aikins LLP
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Canada’s New Defence Drone Initiative: A Fast-approaching Opportunity For Canadian Suppliers
The Government of Canada has launched the Defence Drone Initiative, a cross-government program designed to accelerate the development and deployment of uncrewed and autonomous systems for military and coast guard operations. With six priority areas ranging from tactical surveillance drones to long-range precision strike systems, the initiative opens new opportunities for Canadian businesses across the innovation spectrum. The Request for Supply Arrangement is open now, with a closing date of August 14, 2026
Canada Government
MA
MLT Aikins LLP
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Canada’s AI For All Strategy: Building Trust, Innovation And Sovereignty In The Era Of AI
Canada's National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, AI for All, establishes a comprehensive framework built on six pillars designed to protect citizens, empower participation, drive economic prosperity, build sovereign infrastructure, scale domestic champions, and forge global partnerships. The strategy outlines specific legislative initiatives, funding commitments, and policy measures across priority sectors including healthcare, energy, transportation, agriculture, and manufacturing. With trust positioned
Canada Strategy
BJ
Bennett Jones LLP
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Who Owns Your Digital Twin? Emerging Employment Law Issues For Employers
As artificial intelligence evolves, digital twins—AI-powered replicas of employees—are emerging in workplaces, capturing knowledge, communication styles, and decision-making patterns. While these systems promise enhanced productivity and knowledge preservation, they introduce complex legal questions around data privacy, ownership rights, employment relationships, and liability that employers must navigate carefully.
Canada Employment
GW
Gowling WLG
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AI-Generated Construction Schedules: Who Is Liable When The Algorithm Is Wrong?
Artificial intelligence is transforming construction project scheduling in Ontario, but when AI-generated schedules contain errors leading to delays and cost overruns, determining liability becomes complex. This analysis examines whether software vendors, professional schedulers, or contractors will bear responsibility when algorithmic scheduling tools fail, and outlines practical risk management steps for construction industry participants.
Canada Litigation
SW
Soloway Wright
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L'IA pour tous : ce que les entreprises doivent retenir de la stratégie fédérale canadienne
Le gouvernement fédéral canadien dévoile sa stratégie nationale en matière d'intelligence artificielle, « L'IA pour tous », visant à transformer le leadership du Canada en recherche IA en applications concrètes pour les entreprises. Avec seulement 12 % des entreprises canadiennes utilisant actuellement l'IA, cette stratégie ambitieuse propose des programmes de financement, des initiatives de formation et des réformes réglementaires pour combler l'&
Canada Government
BB
BCF Business Law
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AI For All - What Businesses Need To Know About Canada’s Federal AI Strategy
The Canadian federal government has unveiled AI for All, a comprehensive national strategy designed to transform Canada from an AI research leader into a practical AI adoption powerhouse by 2034. With only 12% of Canadian businesses currently using AI, this ambitious plan introduces $500 million funding programs, new privacy legislation, AI certification systems, and workforce training initiatives aimed at closing the gap between research excellence and real-world business application.
Canada Government
BB
BCF Business Law
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