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Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Concepts
Advances digital health research into innovation
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 600,000
Timeline
- Closing date : January 16, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
Supports early-stage health research and innovation in digital health. Funding is available to advance proof of concept through commercialization-focused activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 600,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : January 16, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Early-stage health research and innovation projects.
- Projects advancing proof of concept.
- Projects applying digital and data-enabled solutions in health innovation.
Documents Needed
- Non-confidential summary tab
- AICE Intake Form
- Full application form
- Work plan and budget workbook
- Sample application form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Alberta-based small and medium-sized enterprises.
- Alberta-based post-secondary institutions and researchers.
- Alberta-based government or public entities.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations outside Alberta.
- Applicants not fitting the eligible organization types.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Alberta Innovates employees and external expert reviewers.
- Applications are assessed for fit with program objectives and intended outcomes.
- Funding decisions are made at Alberta Innovates’ sole discretion.
- Reviewer names are not disclosed.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through SmartSimple, Alberta Innovates’ online portal.
- For post-secondary institution applicants, drafts without a completed non-confidential summary by the registration deadline may be removed.
- A special Tech for Healthy Aging priority call was available for applications submitted by November 8, 2024.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Concepts Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Concepts. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Concepts?
Supports early-stage health research and innovation in digital health. Funding is available to advance proof of concept through commercialization-focused activities.
How much funding can be received?
Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Concepts Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $600,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Concepts program?
To be eligible for the Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Concepts program, you must:
Led by an Alberta-based eligible organization.
Addresses at least two health innovation domains.
Includes product development.
What expenses are eligible under Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Concepts?
Early-stage health research and innovation projects.
Projects advancing proof of concept.
Projects applying digital and data-enabled solutions in health innovation.
Who can I contact for more information about the Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Concepts?
You can contact Alberta Innovates by email at Markian.Bahniuk@albertainnovates.ca or by phone at 780-984-0245.
Where is the Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Concepts available?
The Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Concepts program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Concepts a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Accelerating Innovations into CarE (AICE) – Concepts is a Grant and Funding