Senate Committee on Social Affairs - Ongoing Studies on Children, Youth, and AI
Official title: Examine and report on such issues as may arise from time to time relating to social affairs, science and technology generally
The Senate's Social Affairs, Science and Technology Committee is conducting several studies at once. They're looking at children's rights and well-being, the impact of artificial intelligence, and budget provisions affecting students and school food programs. Witnesses from youth organizations, Indigenous groups, and government departments are testifying.
Why This Matters
Got kids? This committee is hearing from youth advocates about what young Canadians need. They're also looking at how AI might change your life and work. The budget bill they're reviewing includes the national school food program and student financial aid.
What Could Change
Committee reports could influence federal policy on children's rights, mental health services for youth, and AI regulation. The budget bill review may shape how the national school food program rolls out and how student loans work.
Key Issues
- How can Canada better support children's rights and well-being?
- What are the impacts of artificial intelligence on Canadian society?
- Should the budget provisions for school food programs and student aid be approved?
How to Participate
- Watch committee meetings live or view recordings on Senate ParlVU to understand the issues being discussed.
- Review meeting transcripts and briefs submitted by witnesses to see what experts are saying.
- Contact your Senator to share your views on children's well-being, AI impacts, or budget provisions being studied.