Artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming the weapon of choice in military conflicts. Despite the advantages of AI-based military applications, such as enhanced data analysis and decision making, the risks are substantial, compounded by the lack of laws governing their use. Although AI has dual-use potential, it poses a threat to the national security, economies and democracies of countries worldwide. The Department of National Defence is currently developing an AI implementation strategy for the Canadian Armed Forces. This working paper looks at how other countries have created similar military AI policies and makes recommendations for the Canadian government.
