Only 7% of Canadian companies classify as advanced in AI maturity—less than half the 17% global rate—according to a new report by Georgian and NewtonX. While 31% of Canadian firms cite competitive advantage as their main AI motivation, most remain in early development phases.
Talent shortages are the top barrier to scaling, with 48% of Canadian R&D leaders citing a lack of expertise. Privacy concerns also rank higher in Canada than globally. Despite lagging production, Canadian firms lead in piloting new tools. Partners in the report include Vector Institute and Amii, who stress the urgency of bridging scaling gaps.
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