Federal administrative directive (policy)

Directive on Automated Decision-Making (Canada)

Canada’s Directive on Automated Decision-Making is a Treasury Board policy instrument for federal institutions. It requires algorithmic impact assessments and other safeguards when automated decision systems are used in administering services. It is not an Act of Parliament covering the private sector. It is a leading public-administration example of algorithmic accountability inside government.

Last reviewed 2026-08-22