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DESCRIPTION:Click for Latest Location Information: http://dgiq-edw2025.data
 versity.net/sessionPop.cfm?confid=164&proposalid=16042\nAs the Government o
 f Canada rolls out its first AI strategy for the public service, the Depart
 ment of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) is implementing a comprehensive AI gover
 nance framework to ensure responsible, ethical AI adoption across its opera
 tions.\n\nIn this session, we will share DFO&rsquo;s journey in AI governan
 ce, with a focus on concrete, actionable strategies for building accountabi
 lity, transparency, and trust. Attendees will learn how DFO&rsquo;s AI matu
 rity assessment&mdash;evaluating five key dimensions: AI Governance, Data M
 anagement, People and AI Skills, Processes, and Technology&mdash;has direct
 ly informed the development of DFO&rsquo;s AI roadmap, prioritizing high-im
 pact use cases and guiding ethical deployment.\n\nKey takeaways include:\n\
 n
 Proven methods for establishing clear roles and responsibilities to ensure 
 AI accountability.\n
 How DFO uses its AI maturity assessment to drive strategic decision-making 
 and operational readiness.\n
 Real-world examples of AI use cases in fisheries management, marine conserv
 ation, and public service delivery, demonstrating tangible results.\n
 Insights on scaling AI adoption responsibly, including lessons learned and 
 success metrics.\n\nThis session is tailored for management, data stewards,
  analysts, and enterprise architects looking for actionable guidance on bui
 lding or enhancing AI governance frameworks. Discover how DFO&rsquo;s appro
 ach can be adapted to accelerate AI adoption, mitigate risks, and maximize 
 value in your own organization.\n
DTSTART:20250507T150000
SUMMARY:Laying the Foundations for AI Governance: A Strategic Approach
DTEND:20250507T154459
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