CSPS Digital Academy - On the Circuit Talks

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What are On the Circuit Talks?

The Canada School of Public Service’s Digital Academy is pleased to launch its pilot of On the Circuit Talks. They are 45-minute, talk-show type, monthly sessions where we have lively, open discussions, including debates, on some of the most current and emerging digital-related topics that are top of mind. Public servants have long asked for discussions like this one. We’ve designed these Talks with you in mind. This is your chance to speak with us directly, share your ideas and insights. We’re including you in our discussions with experts.

Upcoming Session

Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence and Biometric Technology

The next Canada School of Public Service’s Digital Academy On the Circuit Talks is taking place on March 31, 2022, from 12:30 PM to 1:15 PM (ET). We want to hear what you think about responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) and biometric technology in the government.

Come and learn what AI and biometric technology is about. Be part of the discussion as we talk about how it is being used, concerns that you may have, potential opportunities and more.

The School has successfully launched the pilot of these Talks. The first session on the importance of understanding data, held on February 28, 2022, was a hit. We had a great discussion.

Send us your questions in advance: (https://forms.office.com/r/t8HD61i1c5), or ask them live. Whichever you prefer. Looking forward to seeing you on the Circuit!

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Date & Time:

March 31, 2022 | 12:30 pm to 1:15 pm (ET)

Language:

English, with interpretation in French through Wordly.

Location:

WebEx Webinars (Link to session will be shared here a day before)

Host

Neil Bouwer Vice-President, Innovation and Skills Development Branch, Canada School of Public Service Neil Bouwer has also served as an Assistant Deputy Minister at the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat, Natural Resources Canada, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, and the Privy Council Office of Canada; and in executive positions at the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada, Human Resources and Social Development Canada and the Business Development Bank of Canada. He has also worked at the Department of Finance and Western Economic Diversification Canada, and has Economics degrees from McGill University and St. Thomas University. Neil actively supports the Government of Canada policy and data communities, the Advanced Policy Analyst Program and the Free Agent HR Program.

Guest:

Somaieh Nikpoor Lead, AI Strategy and Data Science Team, Transport Canada Somaieh Nikpoor is a researcher, advocate and a mentor working at the intersection of AI, data and policy. She is passionate about responsible development and application of AI technologies and is currently collaborating with non-profit organizations to curate and generate original content that will help others navigate through various AI ethics and AI policy topics and concepts. She is a lead for AI Data Science team and AI Strategy at Transport Canada. She designs AI and analytics road maps based on organizational readiness and supports various initiatives on data and AI. Somaieh holds a Ph.D. in economics from the University of Ottawa.

Petra Molnar Lawyer, Anthropologist, Associate Director, Refugee Law Lab, York University Petra Molnar is a lawyer and anthropologist and the Associate Director of the Refugee Law Lab, York University. Her current work focuses on the impacts of surveillance technologies on people crossing borders and splits her time between Canada and Greece. She is currently working on her first book, Artificial Borders: AI, Surveillance, and Border Tech Experiments, coming out in 2022.

Past Sessions

Title	Description	Date
Why You Need to Be Data Literate	For our first Talk, we want to hear your thoughts on data literacy, why it’s important and what it means to you. Be part of the discussion as we explore this topic with one of the top data leaders. Come and hear what your colleagues across data and other communities are saying about this issue.	February 28, 2022

Questions?

Contact us at digitalacademy-academiedunumerique@csps-efpc.gc.ca with the subject "CSPS-DA On the Circuit Talks" for any questions or feedback.