Grants and Funding in Artificial Intelligence in Canada

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Funding for customized AI training

Scale AI Cluster

Digital Intelligence Training Grants for Canadian Businesses

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Global Innovation Clusters (GIC)

AI-Powered Supply Chains Cluster (Scale AI)

Funding to enhance supply chains with AI

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NovaScience Program - Support for projects in scientific culture and innovation

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NovaScience promotes scientific culture and innovation development

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PROMPT — PARTENAR-IA — Industry

PROMPT

Funding for Quebec innovative collaborations in AI for ICT

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AI grants support the development and adoption of advanced technologies, fostering innovation across various sectors. These grants provide essential funding for businesses, researchers, and organizations to drive technological progress.

Intellectual Property Rights

Intellectual property (IP) rights are an important consideration for AI projects receiving funding in Canada. Applicants must clearly outline how IP will be managed and protected throughout the project. Funding programs may have specific requirements regarding the ownership and sharing of IP generated from funded projects. Ensuring proper IP management helps protect the interests of both the funding agency and the project participants, fostering an environment of innovation and collaboration.

Tax Credits and Incentives

In addition to grants, Canadian businesses can benefit from various tax credits and incentives designed to support AI development and innovation. These financial incentives reduce the overall cost of research and development, making it more feasible for businesses to invest in new technologies. Tax credits and incentives play a crucial role in encouraging businesses to undertake AI projects, contributing to the growth of the tech industry in Canada.

Federal Tax Credits

Federal tax credits are available to Canadian businesses engaging in AI research and development. These credits reduce the tax liability of businesses, providing a financial boost that supports innovation. By offering federal tax credits, the Canadian government aims to incentivize businesses to invest in AI technologies, fostering a competitive and dynamic tech industry.

Provincial Tax Benefits

Provincial tax benefits complement federal tax credits, providing additional financial support for businesses undertaking AI projects. These benefits vary by province, with each region offering specific incentives aligned with their economic priorities. Provincial tax benefits help reduce the cost of AI development, making it more accessible for businesses to pursue innovative projects and drive regional economic growth.

Support for Business Development

AI grants and funding programs in Canada are designed to support business development across various industries. By providing financial resources, these programs enable businesses to adopt new technologies, improve their operations, and remain competitive. The support for business development includes covering research and development costs, facilitating access to advanced technologies, and offering training programs to develop skilled talent.

Economic Growth Initiatives

Economic growth initiatives in Canada aim to foster innovation and drive the adoption of AI technologies across various sectors. These initiatives include funding programs, tax incentives, and support services designed to help businesses and organizations thrive. By investing in AI, Canada aims to boost productivity, create jobs, and enhance its global competitiveness.

Tech Clusters Funding

Funding for tech clusters is a key component of Canada’s strategy to promote AI development and innovation. Tech clusters bring together businesses, researchers, and organizations to collaborate on AI projects, driving regional economic growth. Funding for tech clusters supports the development of shared resources, infrastructure, and talent, creating an ecosystem that fosters innovation and competitiveness.

Innovation in Technology

Innovation in technology is a primary focus of AI grants and funding programs in Canada. These programs aim to support the development of cutting-edge AI solutions that address industry challenges and drive economic growth. By investing in innovation, Canada aims to position itself as a global leader in AI technologies, attracting investment and talent from around the world.

Small to Medium-Sized Enterprises

Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Canada are significant beneficiaries of AI grants and funding programs. These businesses often face challenges in accessing the capital needed for innovation. By providing financial support, funding programs help SMEs undertake AI projects that enhance their productivity, competitiveness, and growth. The support for SMEs includes grants, tax incentives, and access to training and development resources.

Online Development Platforms

Online development platforms play a crucial role in the AI landscape, providing businesses and researchers with the tools and resources needed to develop and deploy AI solutions. Funding programs in Canada support the creation and enhancement of these platforms, facilitating access to cutting-edge technologies and fostering collaboration. Online development platforms help democratize AI, making it accessible to a wider range of businesses and organizations.

Collaboration and Partnerships

Collaboration and partnerships are essential components of successful AI projects in Canada. Funding programs encourage partnerships between businesses, research institutions, and government agencies, fostering an environment of innovation and knowledge sharing. By working together, partners can leverage their strengths, share resources, and achieve common goals, driving the development and adoption of AI technologies.

Government-Industry Cooperation

Government-industry cooperation is a cornerstone of AI development in Canada. Funding programs and initiatives are designed to promote collaboration between government and industry, ensuring that projects align with national and regional priorities. This cooperation helps create a supportive environment for innovation, facilitating the development and commercialization of AI technologies that drive economic growth and improve quality of life.

Support for AI Research

Support for AI research is a critical aspect of Canada’s funding landscape. Research institutions and universities receive grants to conduct cutting-edge research that advances AI technologies and applications. This support includes funding for research projects, access to advanced technologies, and collaboration opportunities with industry partners. By investing in AI research, Canada aims to foster innovation and develop new solutions that address global challenges.

innovÉÉ — PARTENAR-IA — Academic

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Funding for Quebec electricity R&D collaborations in AI

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Advanced Materials Research and Innovation Hub (PRIMA)

PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Industry

Funding for Quebec innovative collaborations in AI for advanced materials

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Accelerated Growth Program

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Support for technology startups

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JACOBB Center for Applied Artificial Intelligence

Assistance and solutions in applied artificial intelligence

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CED Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative

Government of Canada

Funding to recover Quebec's aerospace sector

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Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Are you looking for ways to secure funding for your business and reduce costs? Government grants, subsidies, and financial aid programs offer valuable opportunities for companies across various industries. Whether you’re a startup, an established small business, or a growing enterprise, you may be eligible for non-repayable grants, tax credits, and financial assistance to support your projects.

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Many businesses miss out on free funding opportunities simply because they don’t know they exist. That’s why we’ve created a free grant estimator—a powerful tool designed to help you identify available grant amounts based on your company’s profile, sector, and project type. In just a few clicks, you can gain insights into the financial aid programs that match your business needs.Our estimator scans a wide range of government grants, including:

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
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Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

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Unlike traditional loans, many government grants and subsidies do not require repayment, making them a valuable way to boost your company’s financial health. By securing business funding, you can invest in key areas such as technology, infrastructure, hiring, and research without straining your cash flow.Here’s how our free grant estimator can help you: ✅ Quickly assess your eligibility for various funding programs. ✅ Save time by filtering out programs that don’t apply to your business. ✅ Unlock hidden financial opportunities that you might not be aware of. ✅ Reduce financial risks by accessing non-repayable funding sources. ✅ Increase your chances of approval with up-to-date funding information.

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Don’t let your business miss out on grant funding that could propel your success. Whether you need support for a new project, expansion, hiring, or innovation, government financial aid programs are available to help. Start using our free grant estimator now and discover how much grant money your company can access today!

Collaborative Industrial Research and Support to Innovative Entrepreneurship — Stream 3

Support for business clusters to develop large-scale innovation projects

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Collaborative Industrial Research and Support to Innovative Entrepreneurship — Stream 1

Funding for collaborative projects in AI

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Metal Transformation Research and Innovation Consortium (MTRIC)

MTRIC — PARTENAR-IA — Industry

Funding for Quebec metal transformation innovative collaborations in AI

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Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario (FedNor)

Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) for Northern Ontario

Funding AI commercialization and adoption in Northern Ontario businesses

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Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev)

FedDev — Funding for southern Ontario

Funding for businesses in southern Ontario by FedDev Ontario.

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Download the official 2025 grants guide

Access key insights to maximize your funding opportunities

Understand the different funding programs and find the best options for your business.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

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Ontario Centre of Innovation (OCI)

OCI — Critical Industrial Technologies initiative (CIR)

Supports Ontario SMEs in adopting critical industrial technologies

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Consortium de recherche et d’innovation en technologies médicales du Québec

PARTENAR-IA — MEDTEQ+ — Industry

Funding for Quebec innovative collaborations in AI for health technologies

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MRC Les Moulins — Social Economy Enterprise Fund

MRC Les Moulins

Supports social economy enterprises in development and expansion

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Centre québécois de recherche et de développement de l’aluminium (CQRDA)

CQRDA — PARTENAR-IA — Business

Funding for Quebec innovative collaborations in AI, using aluminium

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Volta AI

Volta

Helping artificial intelligence supply chain companies scale

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)

Find the right AI grant for your business

Finance an increase in productivity with funding in machine learning

Intellectual Property Rights

Tax Credits and Incentives

Federal Tax Credits

Provincial Tax Benefits

Support for Business Development

Economic Growth Initiatives

Tech Clusters Funding

Innovation in Technology

Small to Medium-Sized Enterprises

Online Development Platforms

Collaboration and Partnerships

Government-Industry Cooperation

Support for AI Research

Alberta Innovates — Health Innovation Platform Partnerships Program

Supports Alberta's health innovation ecosystem with up to $200,000

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Standards Council of Canada (SCC)

Standards Council of Canada

Support for businesses to develop and use standards and accreditation services

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Quebec International — Set up or expand a business

Québec International

Support to start or grow a business in Quebec City

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Consortium for Research and Innovation in Aerospace in Quebec (CRIAQ)

PARTENAR-IA — CRIAQ — Academic

Funding for Quebec aerospace R&D collaborations in AI

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National Research Council Canada (NRC)

Canada - UK 2024-2025 multisector collaborative industrial research and development

Canada-UK collaborative R&D projects for commercialization potential

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Discover how much grant funding is available for your business

Subsidize your projects with government financial aid

Use our free grant estimator to quickly identify the available grant amounts for which your company may be eligible.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)

Artificial Intelligence Behaviour Monitoring Solution

Accelerate small business R&D with comprehensive financial support and commercialization pathways.

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Public administration

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Intellectual Property Ontario

Government of Ontario

Funding support for Ontario-based SMEs in tech and innovation sectors

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Quebec Consortium for Drug Discovery (CQDM)

CQDM — PARTENAR-IA — Industry

Funding for Quebec innovative biopharmaceutical collaborations in AI

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Quebec Consortium for Drug Discovery (CQDM)

CQDM — PARTENAR-IA — Academic

Funding for Quebec biopharmaceutical R&D collaborations in AI

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MRC Beauharnois-Salaberry

Propulsion Fund

Stimulating innovation to accelerate business growth

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Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYINNOVATIONDIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Download the official 2025 grants guide

Access key insights to maximize your funding opportunities

Understand the different funding programs and find the best options for your business.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

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Alberta Innovates — Alberta Scaleup and Growth Accelerators Program

Government of Alberta

Accelerator program for entrepreneurs in Alberta

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Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED)

CED — Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative

Boost your business competitiveness by integrating AI technology through Canada's strategic program

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Investissement Québec (IQ)

Innovation Program — Stream 1 – Support for mobilising projects

Transport technology innovation projects funding in Quebec

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Computer Research Institute of Montreal (CRIM)

NUMERIA program

Training in Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Quebec SMEs

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Advanced Materials Research and Innovation Hub (PRIMA)

PRIMA — Call For Projects In Artificial Intelligence And Quantum Technologies

Funding for AI and quantum technology innovation projects

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Find the right AI grant for your business

Finance an increase in productivity with funding in machine learning

Intellectual Property Rights

Tax Credits and Incentives

Federal Tax Credits

Provincial Tax Benefits

Support for Business Development

Economic Growth Initiatives

Tech Clusters Funding

Innovation in Technology

Small to Medium-Sized Enterprises

Online Development Platforms

Collaboration and Partnerships

Government-Industry Cooperation

Support for AI Research

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FedDev — Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative – Adoption Pillar 2 – Businesses

Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev)

Unlock your company's potential with cutting-edge AI advancements

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Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGen)

NGen — AI For Manufacturing Challenge

Support the commercialization of AI/ML solutions in Canadian manufacturing

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Économie du Savoir Mauricie (ESM)

ESM — Digital Acceleration

Boost your business's digital maturity with non-repayable funding

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INOVAIT Pilot Fund

INOVAIT Canada

Funding for AI-integrated image-guided therapy commercialization projects

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Alberta Innovates — Enabling Better Health through Artificial Intelligence

AI program for enhancing Alberta's healthcare innovation capabilities

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Health care and social assistance

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Discover how much grant funding is available for your business

Subsidize your projects with government financial aid

Use our free grant estimator to quickly identify the available grant amounts for which your company may be eligible.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

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Genome Prairie — Precision Health Initiative

Genome Prairie

Genomic precision health initiative for personalized Canadian healthcare

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Investment Agriculture Foundation (IAF)

Food Processing Growth Fund (FPG)

Supports scaling BC food processors for productivity and growth

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Consortium de recherche et d'innovations en bioprocédés industriels au Québec (CRIBIQ)

CRIBIQ — PARTENAR-IA — Industry

Funding for Quebec innovative collaborations in AI

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Entrepreneurship and Innovation Fund — Small Businesses or Entrepreneurs Developing Agri-tech and Cleantech Solutions

ventureLAB

Funding for agri-tech and cleantech solutions in York Region

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Innovation in Quantum Technologies — Stream 3

Wage Subsidies And Internsgrant_card_status|open

Money for collaborative projects in partnership with public research centres

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Download the official 2025 grants guide

Access key insights to maximize your funding opportunities

Understand the different funding programs and find the best options for your business.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

OVIN — TalentEdge Internship

Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network (OVIN)

Interns for automotive and smart mobility technology

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Department of National Defence

CSSP — Lighting the path with AI: Advanced analytics and decision support for first responders

Funding to advance analytics and decision support research

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Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services
Health care and social assistance
Public administration

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Wage Subsidies And Internsgrant_card_status|open

Emerging Innovators Challenge

Government of Alberta

Money for GHG emissions reduction technologies in Alberta

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TECHNATION — Calgary Wage Subsidy Program

TECHNATION

Wage subsidies for tech skill development in Calgary businesses

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Professional, scientific and technical services

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Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)

Reshaping Energy Systems

Money to strengthen energy systems in Alberta

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Utilities
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Find the right AI grant for your business

Finance an increase in productivity with funding in machine learning

Intellectual Property Rights

Tax Credits and Incentives

Federal Tax Credits

Provincial Tax Benefits

Support for Business Development

Economic Growth Initiatives

Tech Clusters Funding

Innovation in Technology

Small to Medium-Sized Enterprises

Online Development Platforms

Collaboration and Partnerships

Government-Industry Cooperation

Support for AI Research

Investment Agriculture Foundation (IAF)

Small Food Processor Scale-Up Program (SFPS)

Supports scaling operations for food processors in BC

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Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)

Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) in the Prairie Provinces

Empower your company's growth and competitiveness by adopting AI through substantial funding opportunities

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Metal Transformation Research and Innovation Consortium (MTRIC)

MTRIC — PSO SME

Funding for industrial research projects

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innovÉÉ — PARTENAR-IA — Industry

innovÉÉ

Funding for Quebec electricity innovative collaborations in AI

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Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN)

CFIN NextGen Food Innovators

Funds student ventures in food technology innovation development

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Accommodation and food services

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Discover how much grant funding is available for your business

Subsidize your projects with government financial aid

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Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

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Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec

AI Expertise Program

Supports technological innovation and AI integration for Québec companies

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Professional, scientific and technical services

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Alberta Innovates — Health Innovations

Government of Alberta

Funding for health solutions in Alberta

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Health care and social assistance

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Consortium de recherche et d’innovation en technologies médicales du Québec

PARTENAR-IA — MEDTEQ+ — Academic

Funding for Quebec R&D collaborations in AI for health technologies

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Transportation and warehousing
Health care and social assistance

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION

Grant and FundingExpert Advicegrant_card_status|closed

My Digital Success

CCTT Network - Synchronex

Support for a digital shift in Quebec

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Advanced Materials Research and Innovation Hub (PRIMA)

PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Academic

Funding for Quebec R&D collaborations in AI for advanced materials

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Manufacturing

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Download the official 2025 grants guide

Access key insights to maximize your funding opportunities

Understand the different funding programs and find the best options for your business.

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Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
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Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

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Gen AI Call for Projects

Scale AI Cluster

Generative AI projects enhancing Canadian operational productivity

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Grant and Fundinggrant_card_status|openingSoon

The Artificial Intelligence innovation funding program (PIIA) - Part 2 : SMEs

PROMPT

AI Innovation Funding Program for Quebec Businesses

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Défi-Québec, an entrepreneurial city

Quebec City

Leverage innovative projects for significant financial support and enhanced business growth

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NSERC Alliance – Alberta Innovates Advance Program

Other SupportPartnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingExpert Advicegrant_card_status|closed

Empower Alberta university researchers to develop cutting-edge technologies with significant economic, environmental, health, and social benefits

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ventureLAB — Accelerate AI

ventureLAB

Accelerate AI empowers startups with AI innovation support

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Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)

Find the right AI grant for your business

Finance an increase in productivity with funding in machine learning

Intellectual Property Rights

Tax Credits and Incentives

Federal Tax Credits

Provincial Tax Benefits

Support for Business Development

Economic Growth Initiatives

Tech Clusters Funding

Innovation in Technology

Small to Medium-Sized Enterprises

Online Development Platforms

Collaboration and Partnerships

Government-Industry Cooperation

Support for AI Research

Other SupportGrant and FundingExpert Advicegrant_card_status|open

Laval économique — Tech shift – Manufacturing

Laval Economique

Digital transformation grants for Laval manufacturers

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MaRS — Supply AI

MaRS Discovery District

Canadian AI supply chain ventures accelerator program

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Manufacturing
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Alberta Innovates — Digital Innovation in Clean Energy (DICE)

Tax Creditsgrant_card_status|open

Accelerate digital innovation to drive job creation, reduce emissions, and enhance energy efficiency

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Saskatchewan Technology Startup Incentive (STSI)

Government of Saskatchewan

Money to invest in tech startups in Sask.

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Other SupportExpert Advicegrant_card_status|closed

The Artificial Intelligence innovation funding program (PIIA) - Part 1: Scope

PROMPT

Quebec's AI innovation funding program for collaborations

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Information and cultural industries
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Other services (except public administration)

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGYINNOVATION

Discover how much grant funding is available for your business

Subsidize your projects with government financial aid

Use our free grant estimator to quickly identify the available grant amounts for which your company may be eligible.

Unlock Your Business’s Full Potential with Government Grants and Financial Aid

Discover How Much Grant Funding Your Business Can Access

Innovation and R&D grants for companies developing new products, services, or technologies.
Export and international expansion subsidies to help businesses enter new markets.
Workforce development funding for training, hiring, and upskilling employees.
Green energy and sustainability grants for eco-friendly initiatives and energy-efficient projects.
Startup and entrepreneur support programs for new businesses seeking capital and resources.

Maximize Your Business Growth with Non-Repayable Financial Assistance

Take Advantage of Government Funding Opportunities Today

Digital Accelerator for Innovation and Research (DAIR)

CANARIE

Cloud-based computing and storage

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Manufacturing
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Partnering and CollaborationGrant and Fundinggrant_card_status|open

MTRIC — Start Program

Metal Transformation Research and Innovation Consortium (MTRIC)

Advance metal transformation processes and products

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Manufacturing

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATEINNOVATION

Expert Advicegrant_card_status|closed

Centech Acceleration

Centech

Advice for tech startups to accelerate AI solutions

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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)TECHNOLOGY

Partnering and CollaborationGrant and Fundinggrant_card_status|closed

CQRDA — PARTENAR-IA — Academic

Centre québécois de recherche et de développement de l’aluminium (CQRDA)

Funding for Quebec R&D collaborations in AI, using aluminium

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Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)

ACOA Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative

Funding to recover Atlantic aerospace sector

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Manufacturing

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Protein Industries Canada

Protein Industries Canada — Artificial Intelligence

Accelerating the translation of AI research into commercial innovations, benefiting Canada's plant-based and agrifood sector.

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