AI-POWERED OFFICIAL LANGUAGES LEARNING SOLUTION
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The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is seeking information—not bids or proposals—about AI-powered tools that could help employees learn their second official language, English or French. The potential solution would need to be scalable and aligned with CRA and Government of Canada requirements, including accessibility, bilingual capacity, succession planning, and obligations under the modernized Official Languages Act. This appears relevant to businesses offering AI language-learning platforms, corporate language training, learning management systems, accessibility solutions, or related technology and implementation services. However, this is only a Request for Information (RFI). Responding is voluntary, does not guarantee a future contract, and is not required to participate in any later solicitation. No contract will result directly from this RFI. Responses are due by October 22, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. EDT. They must be submitted in writing by email to Charles Safarian at [email protected]. Respondents should include a contact name, email address, and telephone number; a read receipt is recommended. Any future procurement is expected to be advertised separately on Canada Buys. Before responding, review the official RFI document for the completerequirements and submission instructions: https://canadabuys.canada.ca/sites/default/files/webform/tender_notice/107661/rfi-alana-eng.pdf. Verify the deadline, contact details, and all conditions in the official notice before submitting information.
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- This appears to be a Request for Information (RFI) concerning a scalable, AI-powered second-official-language learning solution for CRA employees, supporting English or French learning.
- Responses must be received by October 22, 2026, no later than 14:00 EDT.
- Responses must be submitted in writing by email to the Contracting Authority, Charles Safarian, at [email protected].
- Respondents are requested to include a contact name, email address, and telephone number with their response.
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The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is exploring tools to support employees in learning their second official language (English or French) in response to evolving operational and legislative requirements. The modernization of the Official Languages Act has reinforced the importance of maintaining and strengthening bilingual capacity across the organization to ensure compliance with the Agency's obligations to serve Canadians and support employees in the official language of their choice. Investing in effective and accessible second-language learning solutions will help the CRA maintain its bilingual capacity, support succession planning, and continue providing high-quality services in both official languages. As a result, the CRA is assessing the feasibility of implementing a scalable, Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered language learning solution aligned with CRA corporate requirements and Government of Canada requirements. Responding to this Request for Information (RFI) is not a prerequisite to being eligible to bid on any subsequent solicitation. Any subsequent solicitation will be advertised on the Government Electronic Tendering Service commonly referred to as Canada Buys. This RFI is not to be construed as a solicitation for tenders or proposals. No contract or other form of commitment will be entered into based on responses to this RFI. This RFI is not authorization by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to undertake any work that would result in costs to the CRA. RFI Closing Date Responses must be received on or before October 22, 2026, no later than 14:00 EDT. All responses to this Request for Information must be directed in writing and submitted by email to: Contracting Authority: Charles Safarian E-mail: [email protected] It is recommended that all electronic submissions contain a read receipt option to confirm that the email was received. Respondents are requested to provide a contact name, email address and telephone number when submitting their response. Please refer to the solicitation documents for further information and instructions regarding this opportunity.
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