Stormont Dundas Glengarry adopts responsible AI use framework
Stormont Dundas Glengarry adopts responsible AI use framework
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Publish Date: 2026-06-24 15:17:00
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Ontario municipalities all face AI-related risks and regulatory requirements.
Published Jun 24, 2026 • 3 minute read
SDG business systems coordinator Colleen Bissonnette and director of IT Services Mike St-Onge, left, spoke with council about adopting a responsible AI usage framework on Monday, June 15, 2026, in Cornwall, Ont. Photo by Shawna O’Neill /Cornwall Standard-Freeholder
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The use of artificial intelligence (AI) has seeped into many workforce sectors, including municipal government.
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Last week, the United Counties of SDG council endorsed that the Eastern Ontario IT Collaborative’s (EOITC) Responsible AI Use Framework be used to guide the adoption of AI and directed staff to form a cross-functional AI governance team to develop an AI usage standard.
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“Staff are already using AI in their day-to-day work, reflecting a broader trend of natural adoption. While AI presents opportunity, it also presents risks related to privacy, security, and potential for inaccurate or biased outputs,” said SDG business systems coordinator Colleen Bissonnette.
Bissonnette explained that all local municipalities face the same AI-related risks and regulatory requirements.
“Should council endorse the framework, Counties staff will invite local municipalities to participate in this team,” she said. “Local municipalities may choose to adopt the framework individually to support their own legislative and governance requirements.”
There will be no immediate costs incurred related to adopting the framework, council heard.
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