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Artificial Intelligence (AI) decision-making process visibility, traceability and compliance governance
AI governance visibility, traceability and compliance solutions
Funding available
$ 2,000,000
Deadline
December 22, 2026
Opened October 30, 2026
Location
Canada
Who can apply
For-profit businesses incorporated in Canada, federally or provincially, with 499 or fewer full-time equivalent employees.
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Overview
Artificial Intelligence (AI) decision-making process visibility, traceability and compliance governance is a Phase 2 contract opportunity offering up to $2,000,000 CAD, excluding applicable taxes, shipping, travel and living expenses, to eligible Canadian for-profit small and medium-sized businesses conducting research and development in Canada. The prototype should support evolving governance requirements, traceable compliance assessments and risk evaluation of AI systems and outputs.
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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 a new product or service
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 499 employees maximum
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
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Determine your project
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 3
Activities funded
- Phase 2 prototype development of solutions for AI decision-making process visibility, traceability and compliance governance.
Documents Needed
- Completed Challenge Stream Submission Form, including the required proposal information.
Sources and recorded changes
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit businesses incorporated in Canada, federally or provincially, with 499 or fewer full-time equivalent employees.
- Applicants must conduct research and development activities in Canada and meet the stated Canadian workforce, compensation and senior-executive residence thresholds.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada: the applicant’s research and development activities must take place in Canada.
Selection criteria
- Mandatory criteria assess whether the proposed solution is within the challenge scope and addresses all Essential Outcomes, whether its current technology readiness level is between TRL 5 and 9 inclusive with feasibility evidence, and whether it meets at least one Innovative Solutions Canada definition of innovation.
- Advance on state of the art is scored from 0 to 20 points based on demonstrated improvements over existing technologies and the resulting competitive advantages.
- Point-rated criteria assess the solution’s response to Additional Outcomes (0, 3, 6 or 10 points), Phase 2 science and technology risks (0, 5 or 10 points), and project risks (0, 5 or 10 points).
- Point-rated criteria assess the Phase 2 project plan (0, 10 or 20 points), implementation team (0, 10 or 20 points), inclusivity (0, 10 or 20 points), financial controls (0, 5 or 10 points) and commercialization strategy (0, 5 or 10 points).
- Proposals must achieve the overall minimum pass mark of 65 of 130 possible points (50%) to be deemed responsive.
How to apply
- Review the official solicitation documents and the tender notice for this specific challenge.
- Submit a proposal through the Propose a solution portal; login is required.
Processing and Agreement
- Proposals must pass all Phase 2 mandatory criteria to proceed to the point-rated criteria; proposals that fail a mandatory criterion receive no further consideration.
- Proposals must achieve at least 65 of 130 possible points (50%) to be deemed responsive; proposals below this minimum receive no further consideration.
- Final decisions on the number of Phase 2 awards are made by Canada based on factors such as evaluation results, departmental priorities and availability of funds. Canada may make partial awards and negotiate project scope changes.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Artificial Intelligence (AI) decision-making process visibility, traceability and compliance governance Program
What is the Artificial Intelligence (AI) decision-making process visibility, traceability and compliance governance?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) decision-making process visibility, traceability and compliance governance is a Phase 2 contract opportunity offering up to $2,000,000 CAD, excluding applicable taxes, shipping, travel and living expenses, to eligible Canadian for-profit small and medium-sized businesses conducting research and development in Canada. The prototype should support evolving governance requirements, traceable compliance assessments and risk evaluation of AI systems and outputs.
How much funding can be received?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) decision-making process visibility, traceability and compliance governance Funds up to $2,000,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is December 22, 2026. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the Artificial Intelligence (AI) decision-making process visibility, traceability and compliance governance program?
To be eligible for the Artificial Intelligence (AI) decision-making process visibility, traceability and compliance governance program, you must:
The applicant must be a for-profit business incorporated in Canada with 499 or fewer FTE employees.
Research and development must take place in Canada, and the specified 50% Canadian workforce and compensation thresholds must be met.
At least 50% of senior executives (Vice President and above) must have Canada as their principal residence.
Who can I contact for more information about the Artificial Intelligence (AI) decision-making process visibility, traceability and compliance governance?
You can contact Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) by email at TPSGC.PASIC-APISC.PWGSC@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca.
Where is the Artificial Intelligence (AI) decision-making process visibility, traceability and compliance governance available?
The Artificial Intelligence (AI) decision-making process visibility, traceability and compliance governance program is available across Canada.
Is the Artificial Intelligence (AI) decision-making process visibility, traceability and compliance governance a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) decision-making process visibility, traceability and compliance governance is a Grant and Funding