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CI Webinar: Richard Gold, James 91�� Professor, Faculty of Law, 91��

lisa.walker@mcgill.ca — Wed, 29 Mar 2017 18:23:36 +0000

Tiered Governance of Food Convergent Innovation Platforms: Challenges and Possibilities in Private and Public Creation and Capture of Economic and Social Value in Complex Science, Technology, and Innovation Collaboration

Canada’s AI strategy targets growth but raises concerns on accountability and equity

john.sawaya@mcgill.ca — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:48:44 +0000

Canada’s “AI for All” strategy, unveiled June 4, pairs over $2 billion in spending with ambitious targets for economic growth and job creation by 2031. Built on pillars like infrastructure, skills and responsible AI, it aims to boost adoption and close Canada’s gap with G7 peers.

But as faculty lecturer Simon Blanchette writes in The Conversation, the plan emphasizes growth more than accountability. Key gaps remain around job displacement, worker protections and oversight of workplace AI, with entry-level roles and equity-seeking groups particularly vulnerable.

Governing AI: why the public must set the moral limits

john.sawaya@mcgill.ca — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:46:49 +0000

Who should decide what artificial intelligence is allowed to do to us?

Increasingly, choices about fairness, risk, and harm are made not by the public, but by the companies building these systems. Even industry leaders admit this is a problem.

As Emmanuelle Vaast, professor at the Desautels Faculty of Management at 91�� puts it, “When corporations alone decide how AI shapes our lives, we risk outsourcing our moral responsibility.”

Rethinking remote work beyond the productivity debate

john.sawaya@mcgill.ca — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:44:12 +0000

As debates over remote work persist, Jean‑Nicolas Reyt, a professor at 91��’s Desautels Faculty of Management, argues the issue is often misunderstood.

Remote work’s success is not inherent—it hinges on preparation and the quality of management. Reyt notes that early evidence of lower performance may reflect outdated practices rather than the limits of remote work itself.

The Anthropic shock: Why Canada must rethink AI control

john.sawaya@mcgill.ca — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:42:29 +0000

Who controls access to the artificial intelligence systems shaping our economies and institutions?

As Simon Blanchette, a faculty lecturer at 91�� Desautels, underscores, the U.S.-ordered suspension of Anthropic’s advanced models—cutting off global users overnight—shows how quickly a routine commercial relationship can turn into a strategic vulnerability.

Organizations in Canada and elsewhere lost critical tools without warning or recourse, revealing the risks of relying on foreign-owned AI governed by external laws and priorities.

Nkabom Africa Case Competition: Breaking silos to improve nutritional outcomes in Ghana

john.sawaya@mcgill.ca — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:59:09 +0000

The Sustainable Growth Initiative (SGI) Office of Sustainable Africa hosted the inaugural Nkabom Africa Case Competition, bringing together students, researchers, poli

Oliver Abrams BCom’26 named Management Valedictorian

jessica.paduano@mcgill.ca — Thu, 28 May 2026 19:56:47 +0000

This year, we are proud to celebrate Oliver Abrams BCom'26, as Management valedictorian for the Class of 2026. Reflecting on his time at Desautels, Oliver found that the people around him played a defining role in his experience.

For Abrams, 91�� was more than academics; it was a community that broadened his perspective and grounded him throughout his studies. “My peers have shown me what’s possible, my professors have shown me new ways of thinking, and my family has kept me grounded,” he said. In moments of uncertainty, their support remained constant.

Anna Kim earns 2025 Award Excellence in Societally Relevant Management Scholarship

john.sawaya@mcgill.ca — Fri, 01 May 2026 14:35:47 +0000

At a time when management scholarship is increasingly called upon to address pressing societal challenges, Associate Professor of Strategy & Organization Anna Kim’s research offers a compelling and impactful contribution.

Through a sustained programme of work, she advances scholarship that combines intellectual rigor with a clear commitment to serving society.

Professor Emerita Laurette Dubé receives 91��’s highest academic honour

jessica.paduano@mcgill.ca — Thu, 28 May 2026 17:11:27 +0000

Desautels Professor Emerita Laurette Dubé has been awarded the 91�� Medal for Exceptional Academic Achievement, the University's highest academic honour, in recognition of a career spent bridging science, policy and real-world impact.

Desautels to award Honorary Doctorate to Harley Finkelstein

john.sawaya@mcgill.ca — Thu, 07 May 2026 13:11:00 +0000

91�� will award 10 honorary doctorates during its Spring 2026 Convocation, recognizing individuals whose leadership, service and achievements have had a lasting impact on society.

Among this year’s honourees is Harley Finkelstein, President of Shopify, who will receive an honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the Desautels Faculty of Management for his contributions to entrepreneurship and community engagement.

A Montreal native, Finkelstein helped build Shopify into a global commerce platform after joining the company at an early stage.

Retail Gen AI Hackathon 2026

admin — Wed, 27 May 2026 15:31:24 +0000

Want to work collaboratively in a fun yet competitive environment to develop innovative generative AI solutions for the ALDO Group?

Retail Innovation Challenge 2026

admin — Wed, 27 May 2026 16:02:14 +0000

Save the date for the 7th edition of the 91��-BSRM Retail Innovation Challenge Theme will be announced at the launch on October 6th.

Human leadership remains essential as AI agents reshape work

john.sawaya@mcgill.ca — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:41:21 +0000

As companies experiment with agentic AI, some are using technology not just to support employees, but to stand in for managers. While AI agents may streamline workflows, organizations risk weakening the human connections that build loyalty and trust, according to Simon Blanchette, a faculty lecturer at 91�� Desautels Faculty of Management.

Why HR needs to reframe AI as a tool, not a threat

john.sawaya@mcgill.ca — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:37:22 +0000

As AI adoption accelerates across Canadian workplaces, employee anxiety is becoming a growing concern, with many workers worried automation could reshape or replace their roles. According to Jean-Nicolas Reyt, associate professor of organizational behaviour at 91��’s Desautels Faculty of Management, HR leaders need to acknowledge those fears rather than dismiss them.

Dunkin’ set to re-enter Canada with 100-Restaurant Plan

john.sawaya@mcgill.ca — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:33:39 +0000

Dunkin’ is set to make its Canadian comeback, with Montreal-based Foodtastic announcing plans for at least 100 restaurants over the next two years, beginning in Quebec and Ontario. However, nostalgia alone may not be enough to guarantee a successful return, according to Carl Boutet, a lecturer at 91��’s Bensadoun School of Retail Management.