Artificial intelligence should not be allowed to adjudicate cases in Canada’s Federal Court

Written By Siomonn Pulla

Canada is embracing artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in the legal system, raising complex questions about the role of AI in the judiciary. As of 2024, Canada's Federal Court has cautiously begun integrating AI, focusing on administrative efficiency while acknowledging potential risks, such as bias and the erosion of judicial independence. However, the lack of clear guidelines and public consultation leaves the door open to significant impacts on legal processes and public trust. The delicate balance between innovation and justice highlights the need for careful oversight and debate over the role of AI in the courts.

Read the full article I co-authored with Dr. Bryce Casavant and Métis lawyer and legal scholar, Andrea Menard, on the Conversation.

Siomonn Pulla

Dr. Siomonn Pulla is a seasoned scholar-practitioner specializing in collaborative research, Indigenous-Settler relations, and Indigenous rights, with a focus on fostering sustainable socio-economic development models and meaningful relationships. His extensive portfolio encompasses ethnohistorical and collaborative research projects pivotal to comprehensive land claims, resource development, and policy initiatives. Working coast to coast to coast in Canada, Dr. Pulla engages with First Nation, Métis, and Inuit communities, the corporate sector, and government agencies, delving into archival analysis, historical documentation, oral histories, museum collections and policy governance. Beyond his research, he shares his insights through teaching university courses on applied and qualitative research methodologies, and interdisciplinary theoretical paradigms, drawing from firsthand experiences to tackle pressing issues at the intersection of Indigenous rights, decolonization, and Indigenous-Settler relations. Siomonn’s work exemplifies his commitment to translating academic scholarship into tangible outcomes, driving positive change, and fostering understanding in society.

https://www.siomonnpulla.com
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