Ottawa, June 5 -- Canada on Thursday unveiled a new national artificial intelligence strategy aimed at accelerating AI adoption, creating 250,000 jobs and generating an additional $200 billion in economic growth.

Prime Minister Mark Carney launched the AI for All strategy, a sweeping plan that combines new legislation, workforce training, infrastructure investments and support for domestic AI companies as Ottawa seeks to strengthen Canada's position in the rapidly expanding global AI economy.

The announcement comes as countries around the world race to secure AI talent, computing power and technological leadership. While Canada has been a pioneer in AI research and talent development, officials acknowledged the country has lagged in com...