Carney speaks to Pope Leo about artificial intelligence as government prepares AI strategy

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Pope Leo XIV discussed the importance of artificial intelligence (AI) to serve humanity and protect individual human dignity.
The conversation emphasized Canada’s desire to lead internationally in responsible AI and its benefit to the global community.
The discussion also included the Vatican’s recent return of Indigenous artifacts to Canada, as well as the need for global peace.
Pope Leo XIV released a new guidance on how Catholics and Christians should approach AI, emphasizing the need for clear rules on data privacy and freedom in the digital age.
Next week, Canada is expected to release its long-awaited artificial intelligence strategy, spearheaded by Artificial Intelligence Minister Evan Solomon.
The Canadian government’s approach to AI has been under scrutiny since a recent shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., wherein a shooter’s potentially troubling exchanges were flagged by the technology.

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