Department of Industry to Support AI Minister

Summary#

This is the Order (/SI/2025-91/) that names which department will support the federal Minister responsible for artificial intelligence. It repeals an earlier Order in Council of May 13, 2025 and designates the Department of Industry to provide support to the Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation. The Order was registered on July 16, 2025 (P.C. 2025-571 dated July 3, 2025).

What it does#

• Repeals Order in Council P.C. 2025-481 of May 13, 2025.
• Designates the Department of Industry to provide support to the Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation in carrying out the minister’s responsibilities.
• Makes this designation under subsection 5(1) of the Salaries Act.

Who's affected#

• The main change is internal to the federal government: the Department of Industry and the office of the Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Innovation.
• Staff who provide administrative or policy support to the minister may be directly involved.
• Members of the public, businesses, and other governments are unlikely to see immediate changes, though those watching how Canada organizes AI policy might notice who is officially responsible for support.

Why it matters#

• It clarifies which federal department handles the administrative and support role for the Minister. That can affect where work on AI policy and programs is coordinated inside government.
• For most people this is an administrative step with no direct immediate impact. The Gazette notice does not explain why the earlier order was repealed.