Artificial intelligence is already transforming our lives, organizations, and societies. To take part meaningfully in the conversations at ALL IN 2025, Canada’s largest AI event, here’s a curated selection of essential books and audio content to deepen your understanding of AI—its foundations, real-world applications, and future implications.
Must-Reads to Understand AI
Architects of Intelligence — Martin Ford
A series of exclusive interviews with 23 of the world’s leading AI thinkers, including Yoshua Bengio and Geoffrey Hinton. An international panorama of perspectives on AI—with a strong Canadian presence.
Canada’s AI Advantage — The Logic
A series of in-depth articles examining Canada’s strategic position in the AI race: world-class researchers, a thriving industry, and institutions at the crossroads of innovation. A must-read for anyone seeking to understand the local ecosystem.
Deep Learning — Ian Goodfellow, Yoshua Bengio & Aaron Courville
The go-to reference for anyone interested in the technical foundations of AI. Taught at top universities around the world, this book provides key insights into the power of deep neural networks. A demanding read—but an essential one.
A Guide to Using Artificial Intelligence in the Public Sector — UK Government
A strategic and practical guide for public-sector decision-makers. Produced in collaboration with the Alan Turing Institute, it offers an ethical, secure, and effective approach to adopting AI in the public interest.
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The Legal Singularity — Benjamin Alarie
How can AI transform the practice of law? This Donner Prize 2023 winner lays out a structured vision for a future in which the legal system becomes more accessible, efficient, and intelligent.
Power and Prediction — Ajay K. Agrawal, Joshua Gans & Avi Goldfarb
An original take on AI’s economic impact, written by the co-founders of Toronto’s Creative Destruction Lab. The book introduces a simple yet compelling framework to understand how AI is redefining decision-making.
Curated Podcasts to Inspire Insight
Make the most of the summer to hear from those actively shaping the future of AI.
Relive ALL IN 2024
(Re)watch some of last year’s most memorable talks—featuring Yoshua Bengio, Valerie Pisano, Elissa Strome, and many more. A valuable starting point for your journey toward ALL IN 2025.
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AI Today
Looking for concrete examples of AI in action? This podcast highlights real-world applications of AI in logistics, healthcare, finance, education, and more.
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Ask AI
A Canadian podcast that gives voice to the people building AI: researchers, entrepreneurs, public-sector leaders. A grounded and engaging overview of the local ecosystem.
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The BetaKit Podcast
Get a deeper look at how Canadian startups are integrating AI into their innovation strategies. Candid conversations with leading voices from the country’s tech scene.
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Machines Like Us – by Taylor Owen (The Globe and Mail)
Thoughtful conversations on the intersection of AI, politics, economics, and society. A valuable listen to better understand the ethical and democratic dimensions of AI.
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Let’s Continue the Conversation at ALL IN 2025
Knowledge fuels reflection—but it’s dialogue that gives it meaning.
ALL IN 2025 is where Canada’s AI researchers, decision-makers, entrepreneurs, and builders come together. It’s a one-of-a-kind opportunity to exchange ideas, discover the most promising projects, spark real collaborations, and better understand how AI is reshaping key sectors.
Join us on September 24 and 25, 2025, at the Palais des congrès de Montréal.
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