Frequently asked questions

Which service is right for my organization?

For AI product governance, launch readiness, or broader organizational AI risk and strategy needs, our custom engagements provide in-depth support tailored to your organization. For more focused questions, internal AI use reviews, or starter policies, our small-scope advisory packages offer clearly defined services with transparent pricing.

If you're unsure, please email us or book a free 15-minute call and we'll help determine the best starting point.

Do you serve international clients?

We welcome inquiries from organizations outside Canada. International engagements are considered based on the scope of work and relevant jurisdiction. Get in touch to discuss whether and how Sun Dog Strategies could assist.

How much do your services cost?

Our small-scope services have transparent, fixed pricing and scope. Larger custom engagements are quoted based on the scope, complexity, and deliverables of each project.

Do you offer legal advice or technical AI implementation?

Sun Dog delivers governance, risk, policy, organizational practices. Legal advice and technical AI implementation are currently outside the scope of our services.

Can you review our existing AI policies or practices?

Yes. Sun Dog can review existing AI policies, guidance, and current practices, as well as help develop policies where none currently exist.

Are you open to contract or collaborative work?

Yes. Sun Dog Strategies is open to working with other consultants, firms, and organizations on project-based or collaborative engagements, whether providing specialized AI governance support or bringing complementary expertise into a client project.

What happens after I purchase or book a service?

For small-scope services, we'll collect the necessary intake information and confirm the next steps for your engagement. For custom engagements, we'll first discuss your needs and agree on the scope, deliverables, timeline, and pricing before substantive work begins.

Does my business need to already use AI to work with you?

No. We work with organizations at different stages, from planning and developing AI-enabled products or services to deploying existing solutions or considering AI adoption internally.

Recognizing the growing impact of AI on society, Denis developed his interest in AI and public policy while completing his Master's in International Relations and International Security at the University of Groningen in 2024. His thesis examined the European Union's AI Act, the world's first comprehensive legal framework for AI, giving him an in-depth understanding of emerging approaches to AI risk, governance, and accountability.

As organizations increasingly develop, integrate, and commercialize AI-enabled products and services, Denis believes governance should support innovation while addressing the risks and responsibilities that come with it. He advocates informed, proportionate approaches that strengthen accountability without creating unnecessary complexity.

Before launching Sun Dog, Denis developed procedures across various private and governmental organizations, including guidelines and rules around technology and AI use. Denis founded Sun Dog Strategies in Alberta in 2026, recognizing an opportunity to bridge the gap between AI governance theory and the practical needs of organizations developing and using AI.