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PublicLens: Science in Plain Language

Listed in the registry Pilot Original language : English

About the initiative

Description of the initiative

Leverages AI to transform highly technical scientific and documents into accessible, plain-language summaries for the Canadian public. Fosters transparency and builds public trust by making scientific and government information easily understandable. Promotes civic engagement by breaking down barriers between experts and everyday Canadians.

AI family

Cognitive and Generative AI

Bucket rationale Not translated

Génération de contenus vulgarisés et inclusifs—volet génératif/engagement via accessibilité.

Lifecycle

  1. Ideation

    Stage status : Completed

    June 1, 2025

  2. Assessment

    Stage status : Completed

  3. Approved

    Stage status : Completed

  4. Development

    Stage status : Completed

  5. Pilot

    Stage status : In progress

  6. Production

    Stage status : Upcoming

  7. Archived

    Stage status : Upcoming

Schedule for this initiative

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  1. Ideation

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Contacts

Requester
Smith, Melannie
Sector contact
Smith, Melannie
Subject matter expert
Winegardner, Amanda
Smith, Melannie

Data and tools

Sector
Ecosystems and Oceans Science
Region
National Capital Region
Submitted on
June 1, 2025