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Governing AI: why the public must set the moral limits

admin — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:46:49 +0000

Who should decide what artificial intelligence is allowed to do to us?

Increasingly, choices about fairness, risk, and harm are made not by the public, but by the companies building these systems. Even industry leaders admit this is a problem.

As Emmanuelle Vaast, professor at the Desautels Faculty of Management at ɬ�﷬ puts it, “When corporations alone decide how AI shapes our lives, we risk outsourcing our moral responsibility.”

Canada’s AI strategy targets growth but raises concerns on accountability and equity

admin — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:48:44 +0000

Canada’s “AI for All” strategy, unveiled June 4, pairs over $2 billion in spending with ambitious targets for economic growth and job creation by 2031. Built on pillars like infrastructure, skills and responsible AI, it aims to boost adoption and close Canada’s gap with G7 peers.

But as faculty lecturer Simon Blanchette writes in The Conversation, the plan emphasizes growth more than accountability. Key gaps remain around job displacement, worker protections and oversight of workplace AI, with entry-level roles and equity-seeking groups particularly vulnerable.

The Anthropic shock: Why Canada must rethink AI control

admin — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:42:29 +0000

Who controls access to the artificial intelligence systems shaping our economies and institutions?

As Simon Blanchette, a faculty lecturer at ɬ�﷬ Desautels, underscores, the U.S.-ordered suspension of Anthropic’s advanced models—cutting off global users overnight—shows how quickly a routine commercial relationship can turn into a strategic vulnerability.

Organizations in Canada and elsewhere lost critical tools without warning or recourse, revealing the risks of relying on foreign-owned AI governed by external laws and priorities.

Rethinking remote work beyond the productivity debate

admin — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:44:12 +0000

As debates over remote work persist, Jean‑Nicolas Reyt, a professor at ɬ�﷬’s Desautels Faculty of Management, argues the issue is often misunderstood.

Remote work’s success is not inherent—it hinges on preparation and the quality of management. Reyt notes that early evidence of lower performance may reflect outdated practices rather than the limits of remote work itself.

Nkabom Africa Case Competition: Breaking silos to improve nutritional outcomes in Ghana

admin — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:59:09 +0000

The Sustainable Growth Initiative (SGI) Office of Sustainable Africa hosted the inaugural Nkabom Africa Case Competition, bringing together students, researchers, poli

Reshaping the Future of Retail Conference 2026

julie.lapalme@affiliate.mcgill.ca — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:24:17 +0000

Reshaping the Future of Retail

Retail Gen AI Hackathon 2026

julie.lapalme@affiliate.mcgill.ca — Wed, 27 May 2026 15:31:24 +0000

Want to work collaboratively in a fun yet competitive environment to develop innovative generative AI solutions for the ALDO Group?

Retail Innovation Challenge 2026

julie.lapalme@affiliate.mcgill.ca — Wed, 27 May 2026 16:02:13 +0000

Save the date for the 7th edition of the ɬ�﷬-BSRM Retail Innovation Challenge Theme will be announced at the launch on October 6th.

Why HR needs to reframe AI as a tool, not a threat

admin — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:37:22 +0000

As AI adoption accelerates across Canadian workplaces, employee anxiety is becoming a growing concern, with many workers worried automation could reshape or replace their roles. According to Jean-Nicolas Reyt, associate professor of organizational behaviour at ɬ�﷬’s Desautels Faculty of Management, HR leaders need to acknowledge those fears rather than dismiss them.

Human leadership remains essential as AI agents reshape work

admin — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:41:22 +0000

As companies experiment with agentic AI, some are using technology not just to support employees, but to stand in for managers. While AI agents may streamline workflows, organizations risk weakening the human connections that build loyalty and trust, according to Simon Blanchette, a faculty lecturer at ɬ�﷬ Desautels Faculty of Management.

Dunkin’ set to re-enter Canada with 100-Restaurant Plan

admin — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:33:39 +0000

Dunkin’ is set to make its Canadian comeback, with Montreal-based Foodtastic announcing plans for at least 100 restaurants over the next two years, beginning in Quebec and Ontario. However, nostalgia alone may not be enough to guarantee a successful return, according to Carl Boutet, a lecturer at ɬ�﷬’s Bensadoun School of Retail Management.

MMF ranked top 5 in North America by Financial Times Masters in Finance pre-experience ranking

admin — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:32:22 +0000

The ɬ�﷬ Master of Management in Finance (MMF) has placed 43rd globally on the 2026 Financial Times (FT) (pre-experience) Masters in Finance rankings list—further solidifying Desautels' reputation as one of the world's leading business schools, delivering a high-calibre, innovative and interdisciplinary program.

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Airlines reassure travelers as jet fuel concerns ease

admin — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:17:05 +0000

Jet fuel shortage fears in Europe have eased sharply in recent weeks, and Karl Moore, Associate Professor at ɬ�﷬ Desautels, says the earlier alarm was not misplaced. Initial warnings pointed to potential supply disruptions tied to geopolitical tensions, creating real uncertainty for airlines and travellers alike.

Canada’s sovereign fund hinges on returns and costs

admin — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:19:23 +0000

Canada’s proposed sovereign fund is drawing scrutiny over its cost and potential returns, but Sebastien Betermier, Associate Professor of Finance at ɬ�﷬ Desautels, sees conditional upside. He argues the roughly $750 million annual interest burden is manageable if the fund is well structured and generates returns above borrowing costs.

Canada seeks investment edge in shifting global economy

admin — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:37:53 +0000

Canada is positioning itself as a more compelling destination for global capital, and Sebastien Betermier, Associate Professor of Finance at ɬ�﷬ Desautels, says the shift reflects both necessity and opportunity. As geopolitical tensions and U.S. trade pressures mount, Betermier argues Canada must attract more private investment, particularly in infrastructure and energy transition assets.