Webinar Recording: Generative AI and the Practice of History

Monday, June 1, 2026

The Canadian Historical Association’s Generative AI Subcommittee hosted a webinar on exploring tools and tips for using generative artificial intelligence in the historical profession.

Date: Friday, 27 February 2026
Time: 1:00–2:30 pm EST
Format: Online (Zoom)

Speakers:

  • L. K. Bertram, University of Toronto
    “Tar Pits, Moats + Herbal Brews: History-Inspired Tools for Protecting Intellectual Property in the AI Age”
  • Mark Humphries, Wilfrid Laurier University
    “Generative AI and Historical Research”
  • Ian Milligan, University of Waterloo
    “History After ChatGPT: Evidence and Argument in the LLM Age”

Chair:
Rachel Hope Cleves, University of Victoria

Link to webinar: https://drive.proton.me/urls/RKEWNVCNJG#efuShkDNwFEv