Effective Date: March 31, 2026
Purpose
Technology is evolving rapidly, and the use of AI raises issues related to decision-making and decision-writing. In this context, it seems appropriate to establish a policy governing how AI is used by members of the Transportation Appeal Tribunal of Canada (TATC).
What is AI?
AI is a term used to describe a technology that can do things normally done by human beings. For the purposes of this policy, AI refers to computational tools that can analyze information, generate text, or support research and writing activities by identifying patterns in data. These tools are used to support human work—but without exercising judgment, discretion or decision-making authority.
Using AI at TATC
In their adjudicative functions at the TATC, members are solely responsible for the decisions they make and write. They assume full responsibility for both their findings and reasons. Each decision is the result of their own analysis, judgment and appreciation of the evidence, testimony, submissions of the parties, and the applicable law and jurisprudence.
AI cannot therefore be used by members to make their decisions.
Exceptions
- The use of AI is permitted for linguistic purposes, including correcting grammar and style.