AI is accelerating change in every corner of the workforce, but are Canadian organizations ready to lead with both innovation and inclusion? As new technologies disrupt job roles, hiring practices, and regulatory landscapes, the question isn’t whether to adopt AI — it’s how to do it responsibly, equitably, and effectively.
Join a dynamic panel of experts from industry and government as Akkodis unveils findings from its latest AI Market Readiness Survey. This virtual session will unpack how AI is shaping Canada’s top sectors, explore key risks and governance frameworks, and highlight the inclusive strategies needed to build a future-ready workforce.
Reserve Your Spot
This complimentary virtual session is hosted via Zoom. Spaces are limited — register now to be part of the conversation on building an AI-powered Canada that works for everyone.
What You’ll Gain
- National trends in responsible AI adoption
- How AI is transforming — not just displacing — jobs
- Best practices for AI governance, ethics, and risk management
- Inclusive approaches to upskilling and workforce transformation
Whether you're building workforce strategy, setting public policy, or integrating AI into your organization, this workshop delivers the questions, frameworks, and insights you’ll need for 2025 and beyond.
Who Should Attend
Workforce strategists, HR and talent leaders, innovation and tech executives, public sector decision-makers, and policy professionals.
Tao Qiu – Head of Akkodis Canada & President, The Adecco Group Canada (Moderator)
Tao Qiu is a workforce strategist and AI thought leader driving the future of work in Canada. As Country President of Adecco Group Canada, he is at the forefront of shaping how organizations and people adapt to the rapid rise of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.
Megan Wickens – Global Head of Spark AI, The Adecco Group
Megan Wickens is the Global Head of SparkAI at The Adecco Group, where she leads global initiatives focused on AI skilling, solution adoption, and change management for colleagues worldwide. With more than a decade of experience within The Adecco Group across sales, operations, and business innovation, Megan brings a strong track record of building new capabilities and driving transformation — with a focus on the intersection of people and technology.
Kim St-Georges – AI & Technology Client Expert, The Collective AI
With 20 years of experience leading and advising clients through transformation, data-driven innovation, and AI-powered solutions, Kim understands the competitive advantages of staying ahead in the AI era. As CIO and Head of Partnerships at The Collective AI, she helps organizations lead responsibly through strategic enablement and enterprise-wide readiness. The Collective AI’s boutique advisory model delivers actionable AI roadmaps, prepares executives to champion adoption, and upskills teams to work alongside AI. With a focus on ethics, inclusion, and measurable outcomes, The Collective AI turns complexity into clarity — making AI adoption scalable, human-centered, and built for long-term impact.
James Hinton – Founder, Own Innovation
James Hinton is the founder of Own Innovation and a proud supporter of Canadian technology companies. In addition to being an IP lawyer, he is both a patent and trademark agent before the Canadian IP Office and works directly for Canadian companies with the US Patent and Trademark Office.
Alex Chan - Microsoft Azure Leader, Cloud & AI Platforms | Canadian Public Sector
Alex spearheads national initiatives that harness the power of Azure to drive innovation, equity, and impact across government services. With over a decade of expertise in generative AI, analytics, data governance, and workforce modernization, Alex is passionate about bridging technology and human-centered design to better serve citizens. His work focuses on empowering public institutions to adopt AI responsibly — ensuring that inclusion, ethics, and long-term readiness are built into every solution. A lifelong learner and orchestrator by trade, he brings a collaborative spirit and a systems-level view to every conversation about Canada’s AI future.