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The Canadian government has unveiled a new AI Task Force designed to refresh the country’s national AI strategy. Spearheaded by AI Minister Evan Solomon, the task force comprises 26 prominent figures including Inovia Capital’s Patrick Pichette, Cohere’s Joelle Pineau, and Build Canada founder Dan Debow. Announced at the Empire Club in Toronto, the initiative is set to deliver its recommendations within 30 days, focusing on areas such as research, talent, commercialization, and security. With a history of AI strategy development dating back to 2017, Canada continues to enhance its AI infrastructure, committing $2.4 billion in the 2024 budget. The updated strategy aims to address entrepreneur challenges and build consumer trust in AI while modernizing privacy laws.