Canada and Europe can offer a united front for digital sovereignty

VivaTech’s decision to spotlight Canada at this year’s forum is more than symbolic. It affirms the growing convergence in approaches to digital innovation.

Evan Solomon is Canada’s first AI and digital innovation minister, a post that signals a clear commitment to reinforcing national digital infrastructure, writes Estelle Azemard.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY ESTELLE AZEMARD

June 18, 2025

Canada stepped into the spotlight last week as the country of honour at VivaTech—Europe’s largest innovation forum—marking a pivotal moment to reflect on the growing alignment with European priorities, from digital sovereignty to ethical AI. The accelerating pace of te...

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