The AI Policy Podcast

Canada's Approach to AI Sovereignty with Sean Mullin

July 16 · 43 min
0:00-43:05

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In this episode, we're joined by Sean Mullin for a conversation on Canadian AI sovereignty. We discuss implications of the Trump Administration restricting foreign nationals' access to Fable (1:33); highlights from Canada's June 2026 National AI Strategy (13:05); the country's approach to AI regulation, including its AI and Data Act and (27:38); and more.

Sean is a senior fellow at the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy at the University of Toronto. He previously served as economic policy advisor to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

You can read Sean's recent report on Canadian AI sovereignty strategy here.