On Monday, November 3, 2025, the Standing Committee on Science and Research adopted the following motion:
That, pursuant to Standing Order 108(3), the Standing Committee on Science and Research undertakes a study of at least four meetings on innovation and scientific research concerning artificial intelligence.
That the study aim to examine:
- Recent advances in fundamental and applied research in the field of artificial intelligence;
- The needs and challenges of research centers, universities, and public institutes regarding funding, infrastructure, recruitment, and interdisciplinary collaboration;
- The role of the federal government in promoting a responsible artificial intelligence research ecosystem; And
- The mechanisms for ensuring the diffusion, valorization, and protection of Canadian scientific discoveries in artificial intelligence.
And considering the committee’s mandate to study matters related to science and research, which includes AI technology, and that the committee invites:
- The Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation to appear for one meeting for no less than two hours;
- Federal officials from the Department of Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada;
- A range of AI industry representatives and experts; and
- That the committee report its findings and recommendations to the House and that pursuant to Standing Order 109, the committee request a government response.
