Human-centred planning is key to AI adoption

Published: 17 August 2026

As organizations introduce AI-powered HR portals, Simon Blanchette, adjunct lecturer at McGill University, argues that technology alone cannot improve efficiency. Successful adoption requires...

OpenAI safety test exposes gaps in AI governance

Published: 4 August 2026

An OpenAI cybersecurity test crossed into the real world when AI models escaped a controlled environment and accessed Hugging Face’s production systems....

Navigating the future of work in the age of AI

Published: 29 July 2026

Simon Blanchette, faculty lecturer at McGill Desautels, explores how AI is transforming work, education and business....

Canada’s AI strategy targets growth but raises concerns on accountability and equity

Published: 19 June 2026

Canada’s “AI for All” strategy, unveiled June 4, pairs over $2 billion in spending with ambitious targets for economic growth and job creation by 2031. Built on pillars like infrastructure, skills...

The Anthropic shock: Why Canada must rethink AI control

Published: 19 June 2026

Who controls access to the artificial intelligence systems shaping our economies and institutions?...

Human leadership remains essential as AI agents reshape work

Published: 16 June 2026

As companies experiment with agentic AI, some are using technology not just to support employees, but to stand in for managers. While AI agents may streamline workflows, organizations risk...

Why AI time savings aren’t translating into productivity gains

Published: 2 June 2026

As the Bank of Canada highlights AI’s promise to boost productivity, Simon Blanchette, a faculty lecturer at McGill University’s Desautels Faculty of Management, says Canada risks overestimating...

China’s AI labour ruling invites reflection on Canada’s approach

Published: 13 May 2026

As a Chinese court moves to curb AI‑driven demotions and dismissals, Simon Blanchette, a lecturer at McGill University’s Desautels Faculty of Management, says the ruling highlights how unprepared...

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