Canada is a world leader in artificial intelligence research and development -- but what is AI? In this first episode, hosts Amanda Lang and Jodie Wallis introduce us to Canadaâs AI ecosystem and examine the history of AI in Canada. Featuring interviews with Richard Zemel, co-founder and director of research at the Vector Institute for Artificial Intelligence, and Rebecca Finlay, âVP of engagement and public policy at the Canadian Institute for Advanced Research (CIFAR).