Canadian construction leaders see AI promise, but adoption remains limited

The construction industry in Canada is in the early stages of adopting artificial intelligence (AI), with lower adoption rates compared to other sectors like finance, insurance, and scientific services.
Despite slower adoption compared to other industries, there is a growing intention to use AI in construction, driven by investments and increased awareness of AI’s potential.
Key barriers to AI adoption in construction include a lack of expertise, resistance to organizational change, industry structure dominated by small to medium-sized firms, high upfront costs, and concerns over cybersecurity and intellectual property.
A global survey of construction professionals shows that while there is considerable confidence in AI’s future role, its implementation remains limited, with many still in exploratory phases.
Despite reservations about AI integration, many construction leaders recognize the need to adopt advanced digital technologies to meet productivity demands.

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