Since its launch in 2024, the Digital Governance Council’s (DGC) AI Ethics Advisory Panel has been helping organizations navigate the ethical complexities of artificial intelligence. Building on this foundation, the panel’s role has now expanded to include AI Ethics Impact and Data Governance Maturity Assessment Reviews providing expert, actionable guidance to help organizations mitigate ethical and privacy risks, strengthen governance practices, and align with emerging best practices.
Why SMEs Should Get Involved
For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) developing or adopting AI, participating in the program offers clear, tangible benefits. SMEs gain access to tailored expert insights that address their unique challenges, helping them strengthen ethical practices, reduce operational risks, build trust with clients and partners, and demonstrate leadership in the responsible use of AI.
Through this process, SMEs can submit their internal AI Ethics Impact and Data Governance Maturity Assessment, receive expert feedback, and apply recommendations to improve their projects. This approach not only supports regulatory compliance but also helps SMEs enhance their competitive position in a market where ethical, transparent AI is increasingly a key differentiator.
Apply Now to Strengthen Your AI Governance
The DGC is currently inviting more SMEs to join this important initiative. Whether refining existing AI systems or designing new AI-driven tools, participating in the panel review offers an opportunity to improve governance, address ethical risks, and stand out as a responsible innovator.
Through the AI Ethics Impact and Data Governance Maturity Assessment Review & Expertise, SMEs can submit their internal assessments, gain tailored expert feedback, and receive strategic guidance on mitigating ethical and privacy risks. This process helps organizations strengthen their ethical foundations, enhance compliance, and improve the overall maturity of their AI governance practices.
Interested organizations can apply here.
Help Shape the Future: Join as a Panel Expert
To meet growing demand, the DGC is also seeking additional experts to join the AI Ethics and Data Advisory Panel. Professionals with expertise in AI ethics, governance, data privacy, law, or related fields are encouraged to contribute their knowledge to help shape ethical practices of AI in Canada. If interested in applying, please email keith.jansa@dgc-cgn.ca.
Enhance Your Expertise Through AI Ethics Training
Alongside the advisory panel, the DGC offers in collaboration with AMII its popular AI Ethics training series: AI Ethics 1 – Governance and AI Ethics 2 – Deployment. These half-day virtual courses provide foundational and advanced insights into responsible AI governance and best practices. Organizations can view upcoming dates and register anytime:
As AI adoption accelerates, SMEs play an important role in shaping technologies that serve the public good. By engaging with the DGC’s advisory panel and training programs, SMEs can strengthen their internal practices, meet rising ethical expectations, and contribute to building a more trustworthy, responsible AI ecosystem.
For more details, visit the AI Ethics Advisory Panel page:
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For further details or media inquiries, please contact:
Shyra Wells
Communications and Knowledge Mobilization Lead
Digital Governance Council
shyra.craig@dgc-cgn.org