The Eyes of the State: Canada's Growing Surveillance Network The proliferation of AI powered surveillance cameras in Canada has sparked a heated debate about the role of technology in monitoring citizens.
Proponents argue that these systems are essential for maintaining public safety, while critics warn they pose a significant threat to individual liberties and civil rights.
At the heart of this controversy is the use of Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) cameras, which can scan thousands of plates per hour and track vehicles across vast distances.