Artificial intelligence is no longer an emerging trend in the workplace; it is already shaping how organizations recruit, evaluate, and manage their people. From resume screening and candidate ranking to performance tracking and workforce planning, AI tools are becoming embedded in everyday employment decisions, often faster than the policies and safeguards meant to govern them.
During this session we will look at where AI genuinely adds value in the workplace, and just as importantly, where caution is warranted. We will also cover what it takes to build a responsible AI framework, including the policies organizations should have in place, how to keep humans meaningfully involved in consequential decisions, and the privacy considerations that arise when using AI in the workplace. This session will also cover how the legal landscape is evolving, including emerging case law and legislative developments, so attendees leave with a clear sense of where things stand and where they are headed. Whether you are drafting workplace policy, advising clients, or evaluating AI tools for your own organization, this session will help you separate genuine opportunity from real risk, and use AI with confidence rather than exposure.
Audience
In-house legal counsel (broadly), Human resources professionals, Compensation and benefits professionals, Senior leadership, Legal Directors/Teams, People/team managers, Consultants, Workplace investigators.
Agenda
- 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm ET Webinar and Q&A
- 9:30 am - 11:00 am PT
- 10:30 am - 12:00 pm MT
Cost
This webinar is complimentary.
Materials and Webinar Recording: If you are unable to attend the event but wish to receive the materials and webinar recording, please click the "Materials and Webinar Recording" option at the bottom of this page.
This program is eligible for up to 1.5 Substantive Hours with the Law Society of Ontario.
This program contains 1.5 hours of accredited content for the purposes of the Law Society of British Columbia’s annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements. The session has been loaded with the LSBC and is titled "AI and HR/ER – Friend or Foe? - October 20, 2026”. It is available for claiming through your LSBC Member Portal.
A confirmation of participation will be sent to you for your continuing education hours with the Barreau du Québec.
For CPD/CLE in other jurisdictions, please contact your local Law Society.
