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Canada Signs Exploratory AI MOU With Coveo to Explore Homegrown Tools for Public Services

The non-binding framework prioritizes use-case evaluations of Canadian AI for government modernization before any procurement decisions.

Overview

  • Shared Services Canada and Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada signed the agreement with Quebec-based Coveo to investigate AI-powered enterprise solutions across federal operations.
  • The collaboration will examine generative and agentic AI, advanced search, and personalized recommendations to enhance service delivery and internal efficiency.
  • Government leaders framed the effort as a way to strengthen digital sovereignty, back Canadian innovation, and support high-quality jobs.
  • Next steps involve joint assessments to identify practical applications, with no pilots, contracts, or timelines confirmed at this stage.
  • Coveo pointed to potential productivity and service gains for Canadians and acknowledged that any implementation remains subject to future evaluations and risks disclosed in forward-looking statements.