George Brown Polytechnic is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work and live in the community with each other.
At George Brown Polytechnic, we encourage proactive and thoughtful engagement with AI technologies, recognizing their potential to significantly enhance both the educational and administrative experience for our students, faculty, and staff.
We commit to the responsible and ethical use of AI, being mindful of AI's potential environmental, social, and ethical impacts on people. We expect our employees, students, and partners, if choosing to utilize AI technology, to do so in manners that are consistent with our overall principles for the use of AI and our George Brown values.
Our journey with AI will be characterized by scholarly inquiry, enthusiasm and forward thinking as we aim to continuously adapt to this evolving technology while still enriching our community and upholding our values.
Related policies
George Brown's AI statement is a complement to the following policies:
- Academic Integrity
- Acceptable Use
- Code of Non-Academic Student Behaviour
- Cyber Security
- Employee Code of Conduct (Academic, Admin and Support Staff)
We believe that AI is more than a tool—it’s a catalyst for reimagining the future of education. By embracing AI across our institution, we are driving forward new possibilities while balancing our responsibility to address the ethical and societal impacts of this transformative technology.
Steve Camacho, Vice-President of Digital Transformation and Chief Information Officer
AI Guiding Principles
George Brown Polytechnic's Use of AI Guiding Principles provides a framework for the responsible, ethical, and effective use of AI in both academic and administrative areas. These principles may be updated as we learn more about the opportunities, challenges, and best practices for AI use in the post-secondary sector.
1. Responsible and Ethical AI
We commit to the responsible and ethical use of AI and to minimize adverse impacts on individuals by prioritizing dignity, autonomy, privacy, data protection, non-discrimination, equality, and fairness. We will also continuously work to identify, address, and reduce bias to ensure fair and equitable outcomes for all.
2. Educational Enhancement
We will use AI to enrich teaching, learning, and research experiences and foster a culture of academic integrity. We will integrate AI thoughtfully into the learning process to enhance and improve curriculum and educational outcomes.
3. Inclusive Consultation
We commit to implementing AI through the engagement of diverse perspectives, lived experiences and thoughts with members of the college community and industry experts. This collaborative approach ensures a diverse range of insights and knowledge in the use of AI.
4. Transparent AI
We commit to transparently using AI by clearly communicating its application and purpose to stakeholders clarifying when and why AI is being used to foster trust and understanding.
5. Data Protection
We will comply with privacy laws and regulations protecting data, including sensitive, confidential, and personal information in AI applications to safeguard data against unauthorized access or breaches.
6. AI Literacy & Accountability
We commit to the advancement of AI literacy to ensure the accuracy and reliability of AI-generated information, emphasizing the importance of trustworthy outputs.
7. Approved Institutional Usage
We will review and approve AI applications for institutional processes to ensure they align with George Brown's strategic goals and values.
8. Professional Discretion of Educators
Faculty and instructors may use their discretion when integrating AI into the teaching and learning environment, in keeping with George Brown’s Use of AI Guiding Principles, the college’s values, and the educational objectives of the learning experience.