N.W.T. Gov’t Develops AI Use Policy as Tools Become Accessible


  • The N.W.T. government is developing a policy for artificial intelligence (AI) tools, with initial guidelines expected soon.
  • Currently, government workers follow federal guidelines for AI use, while the territory’s government explores its own applications of AI in administrative processes.
  • The Law Society of the Northwest Territories has released guidelines for lawyers on AI use, emphasizing transparency and bias checking in AI-generated content.
  • Research Chair Adegboyega Ojo advocates for collaboration between governments and research institutions to responsibly enhance public services using AI.
  • A Statistics Canada survey indicates a modest interest in AI adoption among N.W.T. businesses, with some individuals already leveraging AI to increase efficiency in their work.

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