Why Nonprofits Need a Clear AI Governance Strategy Now
Canada’s nonprofit sector is made up of 170,000+ organizations and are diverse is size, mandate, and the communities they serve.
Less than 5% of Canadian nonprofits use AI ( see DigitalSupercluster.ca), even though most leaders see its potential. In June 2025, Globe News Wire reported, the sector contributes over $190 billion to the economy, yet many organizations are still stuck at curiosity. A Canadian Survey of Business Conditions survey reveals that 78% of nonprofits value AI for creative content and 31% for data‑driven decisions (see ImagineCanada.ca), while only 1% would use it to replace staff.
You can unlock AI’s promise without losing sight of your mission.
Define how AI supports your goals, and develop governance and operational policies that prioritize transparency and inclusion. Establish a Red-Team to drive the integration process, while working with your Board and staff so they can evaluate AI tools and avoid pitfalls and use case management.
Programs like RAISE (see HumanFeedback) , which will upskill 500 nonprofit professionals and develop a sector‑wide governance framework, show how hands‑on adoption can pair with ethics. KDP Consulting Inc is focused on supporting its clients and individual organizations through a tailored process to embrace AI and scale its use responsibly.
When leaders invest in training and align technology with their mission, AI becomes a force multiplier— gain community and market insights, innovating program and services, helping personalize donor outreach, and streamline operations—while keeping public and stakeholder trust front and centre.
