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We support British Columbia’s transition into ethical, inclusive AI - by helping public institutions, businesses, and community leaders build the knowledge, skills, and partnerships they need to navigate emerging technologies.

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Building a Grassroots AI Community of Practice

UBC's BC Studies Journal has published a case study on the Vancouver AI Community and BC+AI Ecosystem.

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It captures the early formation of a decentralized, creative, human-first AI movement in British Columbia — built without corporate capture or gatekeepers.

The work stands as a record of what can happen when communities organize themselves around curiosity, ethics, and action.

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*BC + AI Ecosystem Association | Multi-modal, multi-cultural, radically local, and future-facing.*

The BC + AI Ecosystem Association is Canada's first community-powered AI association. We help businesses, institutions, and citizens navigate artificial intelligence through education, advocacy, and collaboration.