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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
🔔Join our friends @fwd50conf.bsky.social on June 3rd, where they'll explore the full AI supply chain - from data ownership to practical automation in government. Buy your pass to be part of the conversation! t.co/jhEJSdzxeo
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GOOD @go-opendata.ca · 23/04/2025
Calling all #OpenData professionals and enthusiasts! 3 days left to register at the members' early bird rate! The GO Open Data Conference "Open Data in the Age of AI" explores the intersection of open data and AI. We also have a very special mystery guest! Register: tinyurl.com/bdfk93y7
GO open data conference may 14 and 15
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Civic Tech Toronto @civictechto.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
Hear giancarlofiorella.bsky.social talk about how bellingcat.com mobilizes a volunteer community to help document war crimes and other atrocities in conflict zones across the world. Plus our usual breakouts for projects and discussions April 22 7pm: in person and online guild.host/events/civic...
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
Our Service Designer Uneeba is still in the initial stage of research but will be happy to connect and share down the road!
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
We’re especially interested in tools used in education, social work, public health, legal services and youth services. Tools with a Canadian context or used in public services are most relevant. If you’ve used or know of something that fits, reply to this post or DM us!
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
📣 Calling for recommendations: Our team is looking for case management tools (e.g. tracking clients, coordinating services, and documenting outcomes) that also offer robust data analysis for reporting and decision-making.
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 15/04/2025
Can you guess which Canadian city we snapped this selfie in? 👀 Our management team came together last week to plan for Q2 full of big plans and exciting projects. Even though we're remote-first with staff across the country, we know the value of coming together for deeper collaboration.
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CivicActions @civicactions.com · 07/04/2025
ICYMI: Podcast on Building an Accessible Web with Mike Gifford CivicActioner @mgifford.bsky.social, Open Standards and Practices Lead, dives into how and why of building an accessible web on this recent episode of Civic Tech Chat. civictech.chat/2025/02/buil...
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We’re joined by Mike Gifford, Open Standards and Practice Lead at CivicActions. We’ll dig deep into what it takes to build accessible web services and why th...
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Future of Good @futureofgood.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
Join us at #AI Solutions Lab 2025 on April 15, 2025. This exclusive event will help you: 🔹 Learn practical AI strategies 🔹 Navigate AI ethics, bias, & security risks 🔹 Explore how AI can streamline workflows and boost impact 👉 Become a member to secure your spot: tinyurl.com/49ffjdm4
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AI for Social Impact Academy: Solutions Lab
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
You won't want to miss this discussion featuring our CEO Dorothy Eng! Become a Future of Good member for free access to this virtual event ⬇️
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
Is your team curious about digital accessibility? Delivering a workshop on web accessibility is a great way to build internal capacity and encourage people to think more about creating inclusive digital experiences. Check out our blog for tips: hubs.li/Q03fKMD_0
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How to Design and Develop for Web Accessibility: A Workshop Summary
A Code for Canada Developer shares some challenges, learning and web accessibility tips.
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
The result? A clear roadmap of actionable service improvements. Learn more about how Uneeba used service design to improve the visitor experience: hubs.li/Q03fK8DS0
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How to Use Service Design to Improve Waiting Experiences
A Code for Canada Senior Service Designer applies a human-centered lens to the design of waiting.
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 04/04/2025
From brainstorm to real-world prototyping! Our Senior Service Designer Uneeba led a creative brainstorm activity to reimagine the waiting experience 🧠 She brought lots of the ideas to life through in-person prototyping at a popular tourist spot, testing how they’d work in the real world.
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
Keith Jansa put it perfectly in the article: “Getting this wrong will further put fuel on a fire with respect to the level of trust Canadians and citizens have in digitally interacting with governments.”
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
✴️ Invest in Canadian tech expertise to strengthen the public service’s digital capacity ✴️ Simplify procurement so smaller, Canadian businesses can contribute to the AI ecosystem ✴️ Choose Canadian partners who will build the public sector’s understanding of ethical AI use
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
But alongside opportunities, the article touches on critical risks, including heavily relying on foreign contractors to integrate AI. 🇨🇦 In this “Choose Canada” era, we urge governments to:
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 02/04/2025
This Ottawa Citizen article lays out the key considerations for public servants in the federal government’s new AI strategy: ottawacitizen.com/public-servi... We’re glad to see @ryanandrosoff.bsky.social emphasize the opportunity to equip public servants with practical AI skills.
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Four things public servants need to know about the federal government's new AI strategy
Artificial intelligence has the potential to be both transformational and highly disruptive for the government's workforce.
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
At Code for Canada, we see big benefits to working with AI within the public sector. Here are a few: Read our full guide for ethically working with AI in the public sector 👉 hubs.li/Q03c33XJ0
Infographic on AI's benefits for the public sector, highlighting: enhanced decision-making, improved service delivery and improved work with big data
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Join us this Friday at DemocracyXChange: Canada’s premier democracy summit! Looking forward to engaging with leaders, policymakers and innovators on important civic topics, from AI and information integrity to governance and inequality. Will we see you there? Get more details: hubs.li/Q03dGw6D0
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DemocracyXChange 2025
In an era of growing polarization, we must interrogate existing paradigms and old preconceptions in order to deliver lasting change. DemocracyXChange 2025…
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
🏛️ Nova Scotia’s platform approach to modernizing service delivery 🗣️ Insights from BC’s Crystal Hall on fostering government innovation 🏆 Finalists from the Government Data Challenge 🤖 Canada's standards for accessible AI systems 📜 Ontario’s AI Directive balancing AI innovation with transparency
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 26/03/2025
Looking for fresh ideas and insights on digital government in Canada, AI in the public sector and inclusive design? The Code for Canada newsletter delivers the latest trends, success stories and thought-provoking reads straight to your inbox every month. This month, we cover:
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Civic Tech Montreal @civictechmtl.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
🙌 Apr 9th at 6PM: Civic Tech Montreal Hacknight #7 Let's build a better Montréal, ensemble! 🛠️ Bring your ideas, projects, & passion for civic tech. All backgrounds are welcome! 🙌 Check it out 👉 guild.host/e/x0pzv6
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Civic Tech Montreal Hacknight #7
Nous travaillons ensemble pour faire progresser la technologie civile à Montréal, Québec. Nos initiatives combinent l'activisme, la technologie et l'engagement communautaire local. Montréal a une riche histoire de technologie civile et de développement communautaire. Nous désirons créer un espace où les gens peuvent se réunir pour discuter, collaborer et agir sur les défis locaux. Qui devrait venir? Que vous soyez nouveau dans la technologie civile ou un praticien avec beaucoup d'experience, vous êtes les bienvenus ! Nous accueillons tous les profils—données, informatique, produit, design, et plus encore. Des étudiants ansi que des professionnels chevronnés, c'est un espace pour apprendre et grandir ensemble en tant que communauté. À quoi s'attendre?  Nos soirées comprennent généralement des mises à jour de projets, des présentations éclair des membres de la communauté et du temps dédié à la collaboration appliquée. Nous encourageons les participants à apporter leurs propres projets ou à rejoindre des initiatives existantes. Nous accueillerons également des conférenciers et des praticiens de la technologie civile de Montréal et du Canada. English We are working together to advance civic tech in Montreal, Quebec. These initiatives combine activism, technology, and local community engagement. Montreal has a rich history of civic tech and community building. We're creating a space where people can come together to talk, build, and act on local challenges. Who should come: Whether you're new to civic tech or an experienced practitioner, you're welcome to join us! We welcome all backgrounds—data, code, product, design, and more. From students to seasoned professionals, this is a space to learn and grow together as a community. What to expect: Our hack nights typically include project updates, lightning talks from community members, and dedicated time for hands-on collaboration. We encourage participants to bring their own projects or join existing initiatives. We'll also host civic tech speakers and practitioners from across Montreal and Canada. Location and schedule: Details for each meetup will be shared with registered participants. We aim to create an accessible and welcoming environment for everyone. Come ready to share ideas, learn from others, and contribute to meaningful civic projects that can make a difference in Montreal!
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
This perspective on digital transformation resonates with us: "Digital transformation isn’t a destination. It’s an ongoing process that will evolve along with citizens’ needs and the digital services that enable us to meet them." 👏 Check it out: hubs.li/Q03bNL2y0
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Transforming Government Services with Digital Platforms – Cyber Security and Digital Solutions
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 24/03/2025
We're feeling inspired by this digital government success story from the Nova Scotia Department of Cyber Security and Digital Solutions ✨ It has great insights on how digital platforms speed up service delivery.
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Transforming Government Services with Digital Platforms – Cyber Security and Digital Solutions
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
❤️ Loving this call-to-action: "The time for action is now. Government, businesses, and citizens must collaborate to drive an impactful digital transformation effort." Code for Canada is proud to work with governments across the country to improve digital service design and delivery for residents.
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
"If waiting is an inevitable part of flowing through a service, could it become a benefit instead of a challenge? What if waiting could be thoughtfully designed to enhance — even enrich — the overall experience?" Learn how we used service design to improve the waiting experience: hubs.li/Q03c3cCY0
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How to Use Service Design to Improve Waiting Experiences
A Code for Canada Senior Service Designer applies a human-centered lens to the design of waiting.
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
At Code for Canada, we help public sector teams navigate AI ethically and effectively. If your organization is exploring AI, we’d love to connect. 📃 Find our ethical AI principles here: hubs.li/Q03bZrb60
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Code for Canada’s Ethical AI Principles
Code for Canada has created our own set of principles for ethically working with AI.
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
It focuses on managing risks after deployment rather than ensuring only safe and secure models are chosen from the start. A responsible approach to AI should follow human-centred design best practices to ensure new tools meet real users' needs.
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 17/03/2025
🆕 We're happy to see the Government of Ontario has released a directive on the responsible use of AI. The emphasis on transparency, accountability and public purpose align with our own ethical AI principles ✔️ 📃 Read the new directive in full here: hubs.li/Q03bZrLq0
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Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence Directive
This directive sets out the requirements for the transparent, responsible and accountable use of artificial intelligence (AI) by the Government of Ontario.
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Civic Tech Field Guide @civictechguide.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
We've added Data on Purpose 2025: Reimagining the Digital Future: Harnessing AI for Social Good (Online) to the civic tech calendar (ift.tt/sd2U7Et). Full info here:
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Data on Purpose 2025
Data on Purpose 2025 is a free two-day virtual summit exploring the rapidly growing role of AI in social innovation. Under the theme “Reimagining the Digital Future: Harnessing AI for Social Good,”...
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 11/03/2025
Share our passion for accessible public services and systems? Review Accessibility Standards Canada's new standard and provide your input 👇
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
What aspects of the Government of Canada's AI strategy are you most interested in?
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
Code for Canada is happy to see the federal government’s first AI Strategy take shape 🇨🇦 This year, we'll continue working with our partners to ensure AI is deployed ethically and responsibly across all levels of government. Read the full strategy: hubs.ly/Q039VM3k0
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AI Strategy for the Federal Public Service 2025-2027: Overview - Canada.ca
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Civic Tech Toronto @civictechto.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
Our next event: Tuesday Planner Trevor Heywood will talk about documenting and analyzing his adventures walking 3,000 km of metroscapes, to help others advocate for improved active transportation and public parkland. March 11th, 7pm: in person and online! 👉 guild.host/events/civic... #civictech
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
With new technology constantly emerging, it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Our Senior UX Designer Jesse Hammond has put together a guide on how we’re helping public servants navigate the AI landscape. Check it out: bit.ly/4h8MmFc
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How to Ethically Use AI in the Public Sector
A guide on how Code for Canada approaches AI in our work with public sector partners.
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
Pennsylvania state officials didn't just clear their massive backlog. They transformed their licensing system in the process. This success story resonates with us because it's what we help our partners with every day: transforming bureaucratic processes into effective, user-friendly services.
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 28/02/2025
Add this case study from the Institute for Responsive Government to your weekend reading list! It's a great example of what's possible when governments tackle service transformation the right way. Read the full case study here: hubs.li/Q038LSR70
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Pennsylvania Red Tape Reduction: A Case Study - Institute for Responsive Government
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
That’s why we’re committed to helping other nonprofits modernize their services and better support their communities. If you’re a nonprofit looking to improve service delivery through technology and design, let’s work together: hubs.li/Q038gsyg0 #WorldNGODay
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 27/02/2025
It's World NGO Day 🌎 Code for Canada is proud to stand alongside over ten million NGOs and nonprofits worldwide. We believe that digital solutions should be inclusive, accessible and built to serve the needs of diverse residents.
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Civic Tech Montreal @civictechmtl.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
🎊 Mar 5th at 6PM: Civic Tech Montreal Hacknight #5 CivTech hack nights aim to advance civic tech in Montreal, Quebec. Hack nights typically include project updates, lightning talks from community members Check it out 👉 guild.host/e/kztodn
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Civic Tech Montreal Hacknight #5
Nous travaillons ensemble pour faire progresser la technologie civile à Montréal, Québec. Nos initiatives combinent l'activisme, la technologie et l'engagement communautaire local. Montréal a une riche histoire de technologie civile et de développement communautaire. Nous désirons créer un espace où les gens peuvent se réunir pour discuter, collaborer et agir sur les défis locaux. Qui devrait venir? Que vous soyez nouveau dans la technologie civile ou un praticien avec beaucoup d'experience, vous êtes les bienvenus ! Nous accueillons tous les profils—données, informatique, produit, design, et plus encore. Des étudiants ansi que des professionnels chevronnés, c'est un espace pour apprendre et grandir ensemble en tant que communauté. À quoi s'attendre?  Nos soirées comprennent généralement des mises à jour de projets, des présentations éclair des membres de la communauté et du temps dédié à la collaboration appliquée. Nous encourageons les participants à apporter leurs propres projets ou à rejoindre des initiatives existantes. Nous accueillerons également des conférenciers et des praticiens de la technologie civile de Montréal et du Canada. English We are working together to advance civic tech in Montreal, Quebec. These initiatives combine activism, technology, and local community engagement. Montreal has a rich history of civic tech and community building. We're creating a space where people can come together to talk, build, and act on local challenges. Who should come: Whether you're new to civic tech or an experienced practitioner, you're welcome to join us! We welcome all backgrounds—data, code, product, design, and more. From students to seasoned professionals, this is a space to learn and grow together as a community. What to expect: Our hack nights typically include project updates, lightning talks from community members, and dedicated time for hands-on collaboration. We encourage participants to bring their own projects or join existing initiatives. We'll also host civic tech speakers and practitioners from across Montreal and Canada. Location and schedule: Details for each meetup will be shared with registered participants. We aim to create an accessible and welcoming environment for everyone. Come ready to share ideas, learn from others, and contribute to meaningful civic projects that can make a difference in Montreal!
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Code for America @codeforamerica.org · 20/02/2025
The wait is almost over! Just one week until Summit 2025 registration opens on February 24. Early bird pricing is available until March 7 at 11:59 p.m. PT, but tickets are limited, so get yours before they sell out. Learn more about #CfASummit: summit.codeforamerica.org
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Code for America Summit 2025 — Code for America Summit
Join us on May 29–30, 2025 for Code for America Summit
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
🔹 30% of Canadians are still wary of AI 🔹 People trust AI chat tools more when they’re backed by official content 🔹 Before using AI, ask: Does this benefit the public or just me? Read the full results: hubs.li/Q038353Q0
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What we heard: Results from the AI Trust study on Canada.ca - Canadian Digital Service
The Digital Transformation Office at CDS shares findings from their study to gauge the public’s trust of different AI design approaches for Canada.ca.
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 25/02/2025
The Canadian Digital Service released a summary of their AI Trust study! The AI landscape is evolving fast, but we agree that transparency and careful sourcing are a must. Some highlights 👇
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
"AI will keep evolving, and so must we. By emphasizing flexibility, literacy, and critical thinking, we can prepare public service leaders and employees to embrace AI as a partner, not a threat." 👏 Read the full article here: hubs.li/Q037ppD40
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
With Parliament prorogued, Canada’s progress on AI legislation is on pause. How do we ensure AI becomes a trusted and ethical tool to amplify our work once the bills move forward? At Code for Canada, we support a critical look at AI and its applications as Apolitical has shown in this article.
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AI and Public Service: Evolving Together
Integrating AI into public service comes with an important reality check: AI isn’t static.
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Civic Tech Montreal @civictechmtl.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
🎤 Feb 19th at 5:30PM: Civic Tech Montreal Hacknight #3 CivTech hack nights aim to advance civic tech in Montreal, Quebec. Hack nights typically include project updates, lightning talks from community members Check it out 👉 guild.host/e/u7tpag
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Civic Tech Montreal Hacknight #3
Nous travaillons ensemble pour faire progresser la technologie civile à Montréal, Québec. Nos initiatives combinent l'activisme, la technologie et l'engagement communautaire local. Montréal a une riche histoire de technologie civile et de développement communautaire. Nous désirons créer un espace où les gens peuvent se réunir pour discuter, collaborer et agir sur les défis locaux. Qui devrait venir? Que vous soyez nouveau dans la technologie civile ou un praticien avec beaucoup d'experience, vous êtes les bienvenus ! Nous accueillons tous les profils—données, informatique, produit, design, et plus encore. Des étudiants ansi que des professionnels chevronnés, c'est un espace pour apprendre et grandir ensemble en tant que communauté. À quoi s'attendre?  Nos soirées comprennent généralement des mises à jour de projets, des présentations éclair des membres de la communauté et du temps dédié à la collaboration appliquée. Nous encourageons les participants à apporter leurs propres projets ou à rejoindre des initiatives existantes. Nous accueillerons également des conférenciers et des praticiens de la technologie civile de Montréal et du Canada. English We are working together to advance civic tech in Montreal, Quebec. These initiatives combine activism, technology, and local community engagement. Montreal has a rich history of civic tech and community building. We're creating a space where people can come together to talk, build, and act on local challenges. Who should come: Whether you're new to civic tech or an experienced practitioner, you're welcome to join us! We welcome all backgrounds—data, code, product, design, and more. From students to seasoned professionals, this is a space to learn and grow together as a community. What to expect: Our hack nights typically include project updates, lightning talks from community members, and dedicated time for hands-on collaboration. We encourage participants to bring their own projects or join existing initiatives. We'll also host civic tech speakers and practitioners from across Montreal and Canada. Location and schedule: Details for each meetup will be shared with registered participants. We aim to create an accessible and welcoming environment for everyone. Come ready to share ideas, learn from others, and contribute to meaningful civic projects that can make a difference in Montreal!
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
Here's an opportunity to contribute your lived experiences or expertise to help make services more accessible and equitable across Canada 👇 accessible.canada.ca/creating-acc...
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CAN-ASC-5.2.1: Part 1: Design and Delivery of Accessible Programs and Services: Accessible Service Delivery – Accessibility for federally regulated entities as defined by the Accessible Canada Act - A...
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Code for Canada @codeforcanada.bsky.social · 10/02/2025
This event is your chance to not only share ideas but build prototypes to make them reality 🛠️ Get tickets today: hubs.li/Q035-LDH0
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Vancouver Service Jam 2025
Take part in 48 hours of interactive learning and doing, where you will learn Service Design processes and methods through a series of hands-on activities…
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