Stephen Burt
Stephen Burt is the Chief Data Officer for the Government of Canada, known for his insights on the integration of artificial intelligence in federal operations. In a recent interview, he discussed the potential implications of AI adoption, including job cuts within the public service, while emphasizing the importance of retraining opportunities for affected employees. Burt advocates for clear communication regarding the transition to AI, aiming to enhance government efficiency through innovative technologies.
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Chief data officer Stephen Burt discusses the potential job-specific effects of AI on government jobs.
Politics Insider: Federal ministers target contracts in search for savings
Canada· 2025-09-14
Stephen Burt, Ottawa’s chief data officer, believes the introduction of AI will lead to job cuts in the public service.
Some government jobs will be cut as Ottawa adopts AI, chief data officer saysCanada· 2025-09-12
