Re: Consultation on Artificial Intelligence (AI) Compute

Based on feedback from our AI Hub Steering Committee, which represents industry, non-profit and academic partners, the OCC proposes the following recommendations to enhance Canada’s AI compute advantage and support the adoption of AI to drive economic growth and productivity in the digital economy. [...] Ensure the necessary supply chain capacity exists across all modes and channels of distribution and expand the availability of logistics and warehousing facilities to support the efficient flow of domestic goods pertaining to AI-specific hardware and semiconductors. [...] Consult with industry, academia, and provinces and territories to identify gaps in AIC infrastructure and access and form a centralized model to match the coordinated investment and infrastructure development seen in the EuroHPC JU partnership. [...] Offering subsidies and incentives can reduce the costs of adopting AI technology and accessing AI computing resources, directly contributing to the resilience and growth of Canada’s burgeoning AI ecosystem. [...] 3 As the government launches the Strategy and the Fund, it must consider the potential impact of the upcoming Artificial Intelligence and Data Act (AIDA) on AI adoption and access.