Mila Advances AI Governance and Scientific Leadership

Mila, a leading AI research institute located in Quebec, continues to spearhead initiatives aimed at advancing Artificial Intelligence development for societal benefits. Established in 1993 by Yoshua Bengio, Mila hosts over 1,200 researchers specializing in machine learning, promoting scientific excellence and innovation.

The institute recently announced several key initiatives. Notably, Mila, in collaboration with CIFAR, launched a program connecting policymakers with AI experts to discuss AI governance challenges. In a bid to foster international collaboration, Mila organized a workshop to design a United Nations Independent AI Science Panel, ensuring its independence, legitimacy, and impact for global policy-making.

Significant leadership transitions have been announced at Mila. Yoshua Bengio has become a Scientific Advisor, while Laurent Charlin takes over as Interim Scientific Director. Concurrently, Mila will host its annual AI research conference, Mila Techaide 2025, on April 17, featuring renowned AI experts and highlighting ongoing research efforts in support of social causes like Centraide of Greater Montreal.