AI screening technology already operational at Canada Life Centre [Video]

There’s a new starting lineup at Canada Life Centre, which hockey fans and concertgoers will notice as soon as they walk in.

People will no longer have to empty their pockets or get their bags searched when going through security.

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True North Sports + Entertainment (TNSE) announced this week, it has started using contactless security screening.

“Nothing has changed with what is allowed or not allowed. It’s just how we look for it has changed,” said Dawn Haus, TNSE senior vice president of culture and guest experience.

The new system TNSE has installed at major entrances uses artificial intelligence-based technology, allowing people to walk through screening naturally while sensors pick up on what’s being carried into the building.

“Most people will get here and they can just walk right in,” Haus said.  

She expects the …