Valerio De Stefano
Osgoode Hall Law School, York University
Professor Valerio De Stefano is the Canada Research Chair in Innovation, Law and Society and a leading scholar in the intersection of law, technology, and the future of work. As the organizer of the Artificial Intelligence at Work International Conference, Prof. De Stefano has curated a unique forum to explore the profound impact of artificial intelligence on workplaces and society. The conference brings together academics, policymakers, and industry leaders to examine the challenges and opportunities posed by AI, fostering dialogue that is both forward-thinking and grounded in ethical and legal considerations.
Beyond his role in this conference, Prof. De Stefano’s scholarship spans topics such as platform work, algorithmic management, and labor rights in the digital economy. He has published extensively in leading journals, contributed to international policy debates, and advised organizations on adapting legal frameworks to technological change. His work continues to shape how innovation can be harnessed responsibly to promote fairness and inclusion in the future of work.
Unifor
Unifor is Canada’s largest private sector union, with more than 320,000 members across the country, working in every major sector of the Canadian economy.
Unifor brings a modern approach to unionism: adopting new tools, involving and engaging our members, and always looking for new ways to develop the role and approach of our union to meet the demands of the 21st century.