
The government wants to know how to handle AI-generated content, user notification, and incident tracking. The survey runs until Sept. 23.
The Government of Canada wants Canadians to help shape how it handles transparency around AI systems.
AI Minister Evan Solomon announced the public consultation survey Thursday. It stays open until Sept. 23. The government is seeking input from citizens, permanent residents, businesses, researchers, Indigenous groups, and other stakeholders on how Ottawa can strengthen transparency around AI and the content those systems generate.
"While increased transparency will not address all AI-related risks, it can serve as a foundation for informed decision-making, accountability, good business practices, as well as help identify where further government intervention may be needed," a government discussion paper said.
The survey targets five areas: detecting AI-generated content, telling people when they interact with an AI system, making information about AI development and capabilities easier to understand, tracking serious AI-related incidents, and monitoring autonomous AI agents. The government said it may use AI to process the feedback it collects.
This is the second time Ottawa has asked the public for AI input. Solomon's ministry launched a consultation in October to shape the national AI strategy.
Prime Minister Mark Carney released the strategy in June, saying it aimed to foster trust, provide opportunity, and safeguard sovereignty. The strategy flagged plans to address privacy and AI safety. Critics said it lacked detail and enforcement teeth.
Solomon's office is expected to publish a summary of the survey responses after the Sept. 23 deadline.
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