Generative AI in your daily work
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is a type of AI that produces material such as text and images based on what you ask. You’ve likely heard of generative AI tools, for example, ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini or Claude.
Try asking it to do some research to create a short document or generate an image and see what it can do.
The following information will help you use generative AI responsibly and in line with the Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector.
Attention!
Never input protected, classified or personal information into public generative AI tools. Use these tools only for suitable unclassified information.
How AI can be used
There are many possible uses for generative AI, such as:
- Drafting presentations, outlines, speaking notes, meeting minutes and other written material
- Editing documents for plain and inclusive language
- Preparing draft translations of internal documents
- Doing initial research and generating a list of sources to consult
- Brainstorming for creative ideas
- Providing support for personalized learning
- Summarizing and analyzing documents, articles and meeting transcripts
- Helping write computer code
- Creating images for presentations
What it cannot be used for:
- Generating inappropriate, harmful, illegal or unethical information
- Legal and policy advice
- Fact‑checking
- The only source of information for important business decisions
- Creating images of people
- Creating material that will deceive people or spread misinformation
- Processing client cases on public tools
Use your work email address when you register for and use generative AI tools in your job.
Tips to use AI responsibly
Respect the “FASTER” principles to reduce risks and make sure you use generative AI tools responsibly.
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Think critically and use your judgment and expertise when using generative AI.
Additional resources
For more information:
- Take the Canada School of Public Service (CSPS) course Using Generative AI in the Government of Canada
- Refer to:
- Follow your departmental guidance on generative AI
- Contact the TBS Responsible Data and AI team (ai-ia@tbs-sct.gc.ca)
Generative AI (Copilot) was used in the editing of this document.
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