Demystifying Canada’s Artificial Intelligence and Data Act (AIDA): The good, the bad and the unclear elements

In an effort to modernize federal privacy laws, the Canadian government introduced Bill C-27 on June 16, 2022. This bill encompasses three acts, among them the noteworthy Artificial Intelligence Data Act (AIDA). AIDA, along with the CPPA (Consumer Privacy Protection Act), forms part of Bill C-27, under the legislative initiative named the Digital Charter Implementation Act, 2022. This landmark legislation signifies Canada’s inaugural step toward regulating artificial intelligence (AI). Consequently, it is imperative for Canadian researchers to stay informed about this nascent proposal. This paper delves into the salient aspects of Canada’s proposed Artificial Intelligence and Data Act, shedding light on both its addressed and overlooked facets.