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Canada's proposed AI Act changes face skepticism over weakening public access despite promises of reform.
Canadian openness advocates remain skeptical of early government proposals to reform the Access to Information Act, warning the review may not fix long-standing issues and could weaken public access.
The Treasury Board launched the review in June 2025, acknowledging problems like poor record-keeping, delayed responses, and difficulty obtaining Indigenous-related records.
The draft paper suggests expanding government powers to extend processing times and expresses concern over the information commissioner’s use of binding orders.
Critics say these changes fail to address systemic flaws and reflect a pattern of unfulfilled promises.
Despite decades of criticism and prior reviews, the government has focused on administrative tweaks rather than legislative overhaul.
Formal policy proposals and stakeholder consultations are expected this winter, but many doubt meaningful reform will follow.
Los cambios propuestos en la Ley de IA de Canadá enfrentan escepticismo por el debilitamiento del acceso público a pesar de las promesas de reforma.