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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping how Canadians live, work, and connect and could unlock a major new wave of economic growth. In new research commissioned by Google, Public First explored Googles impact across the country, how AI is being used across Canada today and what opportunities AI presents for the future. Our research suggests that generative AI could increase Canadas GDP by up to $230 billion, while saving the average worker 170 hours a year the equivalent of more than 21 working days. Here are some of the key takeaways: 1. Interest in AI is on the rise in Canada, led by younger Canadians. Half of Canadians (53%) said that they were already using a generative AI tool in their work lives at least once a week, with this figure increasing to 67% among individuals under 35 years old. Since 2022, the share of adults who feel they know a lot or a moderate amount about AI has grown from 32% to 38%. In addition, 1 in 5 Canadians surveyed say they have spent money on AI tools in the last 6 months (e.g. a subscription to Google Gemini), rising to more than 1 in 3 (36%) for under 35 year olds. #J-18808-Ljbffr