Canada: Technology

A new generation of products is emerging to combat the pervasive issue of screen addiction, offering innovative solutions to help individuals reclaim their time and attention. These tools represent a growing movement toward digital wellness and mindful technology use in an increasingly connected world.

Last week, the federal government unveiled AI for All, an ambitious national strategy designed to accelerate AI adoption from just over 12% today to 60% by 20341 while advancing trust, opportunity, and Canadian sovereignty as foundational principles for the country’s AI future.

Regulation continues to lose the race against technology, but writing faster rules is only half the fix. As aviation attorneys dissect Canada's AI strategy, the FAA's supersonic flight proposal, and World Cup drone enforcement, a harder truth emerges: public understanding and trust may be lagging even further behind than the policy itself. The question is no longer just whether governments can catch up to the technology on paper, but whether citizens can catch up in their minds.

Google is venturing into new territory with the development of the Fitbit Air, marking a significant evolution in wearable health technology. This advancement represents Google's continued commitment to integrating sophisticated health monitoring capabilities into consumer devices. What innovations will this next-generation wearable bring to the competitive health tech market?

Geopolitical disruptions and intensifying competition are driving Canadian governments to invest strategically in innovation, talent, and supply chain resilience. This edition explores recent regulatory developments in AI, employment law, financial services, and capital markets, while tracking the trend toward larger late-stage venture capital deals in 2026.

Canada's National Artificial Intelligence Strategy, AI for All, establishes a comprehensive framework built on six pillars designed to protect citizens, empower participation, drive economic prosperity, build sovereign infrastructure, scale domestic champions, and forge global partnerships. The strategy outlines specific legislative initiatives, funding commitments, and policy measures across priority sectors including healthcare, energy, transportation, agriculture, and manufacturing. With trust positioned

Alberta's proposed Red Tape Reduction Statutes Amendment Act, 2026 introduces 79 amendments to modernize the Land Titles registry system through digital service delivery.

Saskatchewan's startup ecosystem is growing, and with it comes the need for legal counsel that understands how innovation happens through relationships, long-term decisions, and integrated support.

Le gouvernement du Canada (le « gouvernement ») a indiqué qu’il avait l’intention de « moderniser le cadre s’appliquant au secteur des organismes de bienfaisance en 2026-2027...