Lead Organization: Future Proof Creatives

Key Partners:

• SFU SIAT Metacreation Lab (Generative AI Solution Provider, AutoLume Model)
• Space Centre (Community & Adoption Partner, Vancouver AI Community Meetups)
• Indigenomics Institute (EDI & Cultural Partner, Indigenous Economic AI Initiatives)

Objective:

To enhance operational productivity within British Columbia’s Creative Industries through generative AI adoption. The Accelerator will equip creatives with AI-driven tools to streamline workflows, boost productivity, and foster meaningful cross-disciplinary collaboration. With a focus on AI model training and generative applications, the project leverages partnerships to address specific productivity needs across arts, media, and the Indigenous economy.

Problem Statement

British Columbia’s Creative Industries are a powerhouse of economic and cultural growth but face key challenges in harnessing AI’s potential, including:

• Low generative AI literacy among creative professionals, stalling innovation and productivity
• Fragmented AI adoption, leading to inefficiencies and lost collaboration opportunities
• A significant skills gap as creatives struggle to integrate generative AI models within their workflows

Without targeted AI training and tool access, BC’s creative sector risks losing relevance in an AI-driven global economy.

Proposed Solution

The Creative Industries AI Adoption Accelerator will deliver measurable operational impact through: