AI literacy: Saskatchewan non-profit aims to educate 10,000

AI literacy: Saskatchewan non-profit aims to educate 10,000

https://www.cp24.com/news/canada/2026/07/13/ai-101-a-saskatchewan-non-profits-goal-to-boost-ai-literacy-for-10000-people/

Publish Date: 2026-07-13 05:00:00

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• Artificial Intelligence Saskatchewan (AiSK) has launched an initiative to educate 10,000 people on the basics of AI through a course termed “AI 101.”
• The course aims to close the AI literacy gap and provides fundamental knowledge on AI, its tools, and necessary safeguards.
• AiSK, established in 2024, comprises over 160 members committed to promoting AI’s use in Saskatchewan.
• The national AI strategy introduced by Ottawa sets goals to increase AI literacy among Canadians and the incorporation of AI in businesses from 12% to 60% by 2034.
• Mark Daley from Western University supports the initiative, indicating the economic benefits and necessity of AI adoption.
• Canada ranks low in AI training and literacy, although hesitation towards AI indicates a level of understanding among Canadians.
• The solution to hesitancy and fear towards AI, according to experts, lies in education to facilitate informed and positive integration of AI in daily life.