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AI Powered Futures
AI Powered Futures is an applied upskilling program that helps retail professionals build practical AI literacy, stronger professional judgment, and confidence using AI in workplace settings
Nonprofit AI Skilling CoLab
Working in partnership with the Canadian Centre for Nonprofit Digital Resilience (CCNDR), CILAR designed and developed a comprehensive dual-track curriculum that supports learners at different stages of AI adoption and organizational responsibility.
Algorithm For Change
In collaboration with the CRRF National Anti-Racism Fund, this program tackles the growing issue of hate speech and algorithmic bias, which disproportionately affects BIPOC communities.
Become A Member
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CILAR Blog
Take a look at our CILAR blog to stay up-to-date with current topics.
In The News
We've been featured on several different news platforms. Click here to stay-up-to-date.
Talent Playbook
This playbook reflects the guidance and multi-sectoral experience of leaders across the innovation economy who contributed their wisdom, professional and lived experiences, and subject matter expertise to bring this work to life.
Equitable AI Governance Playbook
The playbook will serve as a practical reference to support CILAR and its ecosystem partners in understanding equitable AI governance considerations, assessing AI readiness, and informing future decisions related to the CILAR AI Readiness Scorecard, including potential proof-of-concept development.
FairHire.AI
Partnering with the John Howard Society of Ontario, CILAR has developed and piloted a chatbot that supports Fair Chance Coalition members and provides scalable FCH content and enhances engagement.
"The ACCELERATE Mentorship program allows diversity in leadership and shows how we can embrace that together. And so the first thing is really, I imagine if I can be surrounded by people from different backgrounds, from different industries, I will be able to improve my cultural competence.
Tam Nguyen
“As a participant [LeadInTech], I left the event feeling energized and equipped with new insights and perspectives that will shape my journey in the tech industry. I am grateful for the opportunity to be a part of such a meaningful initiative. Thank you again for your unwavering commitment to advancing diversity, inclusion, and leadership in the tech sector.”
Noreen Esson
"I spoke at CILAR's ACCELERATE Leadership Program about being an effective executive champion and shared my DEI leadership journey, emphasizing the importance of courage, intersectionality, and ongoing education for creating inclusive workplaces. I look forward to continuing the conversation and working toward a more inclusive future.
Avelia Stewart
Still processing this. Grateful to the team at CILAR - for creating a space where innovation meets purpose. Your commitment to educating others about AI bias and advancing inlusive innovation is powerful.
Fatima Abdillahi
"I wanted to thank your team and Siemens for the wonderful event today, it was very informative and engaging, I enjoyed every minute of it, it was absolutely worth the long drive!!! Thanks!!"
Khaled Shahlaee
"Thank you for including me in yesterday's LeadInTech conversations. I learned so much and enjoyed the opportunity to network to share best practices. "
Angela White
