I think Canada is a bit behind. I don't think we're so far behind that we can't catch up. I think the issue, from a national security perspective, isn't so much the impact of AI on the Canadian economy or individual Canadians, but is rather about making sure that investment in AI is done by people who are compatible from a national security perspective. That's the limited role I see for the Investment Canada Act. There are much broader issues with AI that I think are outside the ambit of the Investment Canada Act.
On May 15th, 2023. See this statement in context.