A new report by the Vector Institute, in collaboration with the Conference Board of Canada and the Future Skills Centre, reveals a 37% increase in demand for core AI skills since 2018, focusing on fields like machine learning and AI ethics. Demand for peripheral skills, however, dropped by 46.4% as automation tools replace them.
The report emphasizes Canada’s need to strengthen AI education, R&D investment, and governance to retain its talent edge. Alain Francq of the Conference Board warns that slow AI adoption could hinder Canada’s competitiveness, while Noel Baldwin of Future Skills underscores the importance of lifelong learning.
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