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Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Signal49 Research’s research team is exploring the latest breakthroughs and discussions shaping the artificial intelligence landscape. From new and emerging AI technologies to regulatory updates and the evolving job market, check back here to stay informed on what’s happening at the cutting-edge of AI and its implications for the future.

March 16, 2026

From the creation of guardrails to concerns about protecting youth, the ethical implications of AI and its regulation have dominated recent media coverage. In this issue, we run down the headlines and review the guidelines in motion around AI safety, ethics, and regulation.

Quick take  •  3-min read

Adam Vanzella Yang

Adam Vanzella Yang

Senior Research Associate, Education and Skills

Adam Vanzella Yang is a Senior Research Associate with the Education and Skills team at Signal49 Research. In this role, Adam leads various research projects on critical issues facing Canada’s postsecondary education system.

Recent Releases

Series:AI on the Horizon

AI on the Horizon: February 26, 2026

Canada’s latest AI news on the economy, society, and policy. Canada’s Department of National Defence released its first Defence Industrial Strategy (DIS) on dual-use technology, where artificial intelligence continues to…
Topics: Technology and Innovation Analysis
Subject Matter: Artificial Intelligence, Business Research
Canada Budget, Digital Upskilling, Economy Analysis, Emerging Technologies, GDP Canada, Innovation Policy Strategy
Quick Take
Innovation & Technology
February 26, 2026 4-min read
Series:AI on the Horizon

AI on the Horizon: The Kids are Alright?

Canada’s latest AI news on the economy, society, and policy. We’re back, the calendar’s flipped, and once again there’s one topic no tech conversation seems to be able to avoid:…
Topics: Canadian Economic Analysis, Technology and Innovation Analysis
Subject Matter: Artificial Intelligence, Business Research
Economy Analysis, Employment Rate in Canada, Labour Market
Quick Take
Innovation & Technology
February 13, 2026 3-min read

Evidence for Immigrant Mentorship and Networking—February 2026

Opening the Toolbox: Barriers to Immigrant Professional Mentorship and Networking Programs Immigrants face challenges integrating into Canada’s labour market. This literature review looks at the impact of professional mentorship and…
Topics: Canadian Economic Analysis, DEI Research
Immigration Research and Policy, Skills and Workforce Development, Technology and Innovation Analysis
Subject Matter: Artificial Intelligence, Challenges Faced by International Students
DEI in the Workplace, Economy Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Equity in the Workplace, Immigrant Labour Integration, Immigrants Coming to Canada, Immigrants in the Workplace, Immigration Policies in Canada, Inclusive Growth, Inclusive Practices in the Workplace, Innovation and Growth, Job Transitions, Labour Market, Migrant Workers in Canada, Salary Research, Sense of Belonging at Work, Workplace Barriers
Primer
Immigration
February 3, 2026 17 min read
Series:AI on the Horizon

AI on the Horizon: November 27, 2025

Canada’s latest AI news on the economy, society, and policy. Just in time for the holidays and Black Friday, we examine the influence of AI in retail and shopping. The…
Topics: Business and Household Indicators, Canadian Economic Analysis
Technology and Innovation Analysis
Subject Matter: Artificial Intelligence, Business Research
Consumer Trends, Corporate Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Employment Rate in Canada, GDP Canada, Impact of Automation on Employment, Industry Analysis, Innovation and Growth, Innovation Economy, Innovation Policy Strategy, Jobs at Risk of Automation, Labour Market, Retail Outlook
Quick Take
Innovation & Technology
November 27, 2025 3-min read
Series:AI on the Horizon

AI on the Horizon: November 13, 2025

Canada’s latest AI news on the economy, society, and policy. In this issue, we explore the potential opportunities and challenges of AI in innovative processes for logistics, healthcare, and media….
Topics: Technology and Innovation Analysis
Subject Matter: Artificial Intelligence, Business Research
Emerging Technologies, Innovation Policy Strategy, Medical Technology
Quick Take
Innovation & Technology
November 13, 2025 4-min read

The Future is Now: Innovation in Budget 2025

Overall impressions The innovation agenda in the 2025 budget is incremental at most, leveraging and rebranding programs such as the Venture “and Growth” Capital Catalyst Initiative and Strategic Response Fund,…
Topics: Canadian Economic Analysis, Technology and Innovation Analysis
Subject Matter: Artificial Intelligence, Business Research
Canada Budget, Corporate Innovation, Digital Upskilling, Emerging Technologies, Impact of Automation on Employment, Industry Analysis, Innovation Economy, Innovation Policy Strategy, Innovation Strategy, Labour Market, Sustainable Finance
Commentary
Innovation & Technology
November 5, 2025 6-min read
Series:AI on the Horizon

AI on the Horizon: October 30, 2025

Canada’s latest AI news on the economy, society, and policy. In this issue, we examine the implications of AI energy consumption. Canada’s abundant water, energy and land are being eyed…
Topics: Canadian Economic Analysis, Industry Economic Analysis
Technology and Innovation Analysis
Subject Matter: Alberta, Business Research
Carbon Emissions, Economic Forecast, Economy Analysis, Energy Economics, Household in Economics, Impacts of Climate Change, Innovation Economy, Innovation Policy Strategy, Oil and Gas, World Economy
Quick Take
Innovation & Technology
October 30, 2025 3-min read
Series:AI on the Horizon

AI on the Horizon: October 16, 2025

Canada’s latest AI news on the economy, society, and policy. In this issue, we examine the potential of AI and Robotics. The growing use of AI in the physical world…
Topics: Technology and Innovation Analysis
Subject Matter: Artificial Intelligence, Business Research
Consumer Trends, Corporate Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Impact of Automation on Employment, Innovation and Growth, Innovation Policy Strategy
Quick Take
Innovation & Technology
October 16, 2025 2-min

AI’s Potential in Canada’s Agriculture Sector—September 2025

Harvesting AI’s Potential In this research, we look at the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to further strengthen the Canadian agricultural sector, consider the barriers to its adoption, and suggest…
Topics: Industry Economic Analysis
Subject Matter: Artificial Intelligence, Business Research
Corporate Innovation, Digital Upskilling, Emerging Technologies, Future of Work, GDP Canada, Industry Analysis, Innovation and Growth, Innovation Economy, Innovation Policy Strategy, Innovation Strategy, Labour Market, Post Secondary Education in Canada, Trade Export and Import, Workforce of the Future, Workplace Barriers
Issue briefing​
Innovation & Technology
September 17, 2025 9 min read

Modernizing Canadian Manufacturing With AI—September 2025

Modernizing Canadian Manufacturing With AI Canada’s manufacturing sector is falling behind G7 peers in its value-added share of GDP, high-tech exports and robotics integration. How can Canadian manufacturers harness artificial…
Topics: Industry Economic Analysis, Skills and Workforce Development
Technology and Innovation Analysis
Subject Matter: Artificial Intelligence, Business Research
Corporate Innovation, Digital Upskilling, Emerging Technologies, Future of Work, GDP Canada, Impact of Automation on Employment, Industry Analysis, Innovation and Growth, Innovation Economy, Innovation Policy Strategy, Innovation Strategy, Post Secondary Education in Canada, Trade Export and Import, Workforce of the Future, Workplace Barriers
Issue briefing​
Innovation & Technology
September 17, 2025 5 min read

InnoTech Spotlight: Navigating Scale-Up Challenges—September 2025

Navigating Scale-up Challenges: Innovation and Technology Spotlight–A Case Study In this case study, we examine CelluForce Inc., an advanced biomaterials company. Here, we explore the challenges of bringing scientific breakthroughs…
Topics: Technology and Innovation Analysis
Subject Matter: Business Research, Education in Canada
Emerging Technologies, Industry Analysis, Innovation and Growth, Innovation Economy, Innovation Policy Strategy, Innovation Strategy, Post Secondary Education in Canada
Case study
Innovation & Technology
September 10, 2025 20 min read

How AI Is Shaping the Future of Work—September 2025

Canada’s Workforce in Transition: How AI Is Shaping the Future of Work This research examines the impact of AI on Canada’s labour market using information gleaned from job postings data,…
Topics: Skills and Workforce Development, Technology and Innovation Analysis
Subject Matter: Artificial Intelligence, Business Research
Corporate Innovation, Digital Upskilling, Emerging Technologies, Impact of Automation on Employment, Industry Analysis, Innovation Strategy, Jobs at Risk of Automation, Labour Market, Organizational Culture, Social and Emotional Skills, Upskilling the Workforce
Issue briefing​
Innovation & Technology
September 8, 2025 11 min read
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