Hour 1 of Ottawa Now for Fri. June 13th, 2025

Artificial Intelligence in the world of healthcare is proving to be a bit of a sticky wicket, as a number of internal debates keep popping up. Here is just one example. A growing number of doctors across the country are adopting A.I. tools within their offices and hospitals. However, British Columbia’s Privacy Commissioner is urging them to do their homework on privacy requirements. When it comes to a medical diagnosis, do you trust ChatGPT to make that call? Dr. Sirisha Rambhatla, an Assistant Professor in Management Science and Engineering at the University of Waterloo, joins Kristy Cameron for a broader discussion. She works closely with healthcare providers, such as Grand River Hospital, on building A.I. models to address inequities in today’s healthcare systems. Shifting gears back to the summer job market, today marks the final day of operations for Kristy’s Summer Job Centre. And if you are looking for part-time gigs at restaurants, we might have a lead or two! Melissa Bryant, a Human Resources Director with McDonald’s Canada, hops on the line for a few minutes. But first, we bring you up to speed on today’s top headlines.