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Innovative Solutions Canada - Artificial Intelligence Behaviour Monitoring Solution - Canada
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Innovative Solutions Canada - Artificial Intelligence Behaviour Monitoring Solution

AI monitoring for RCMP detainee safety
Offered by
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
Official source: ised-isde.canada.ca
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Deadline
September 10, 2024
Opened July 30, 2024
Location
Canada
Who can apply

For-profit small businesses incorporated in Canada.

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Overview

This challenge offers up to CAD 150,000 for Phase 1 and up to CAD 1,000,000 for Phase 2. It supports an AI-based monitoring solution for RCMP holding cells, including behavior detection, medical distress alerts, and secure data retention.
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At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
  • Develop a new product or service
  • Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
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
  • Indigenous Peoples
  • Rural or Northern Residents
  • Startups

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Development of an AI-based behavior monitoring solution for RCMP holding cells.
  • Detection of destructive, self-harm, and medical distress behaviors.
  • Monitoring of detainee activity through contactless, non-wearable sensing.
  • Prototype or feasibility work for multi-cell monitoring and alerting.

Official resources

Official page

artificial intelligence behaviour monitoring solution

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • For-profit small businesses incorporated in Canada.
  • Businesses carrying out R&D activities in Canada.

Who is not eligible

  • Non-profit organizations.
  • Public institutions.
  • Businesses that do not meet the small-business and Canadian incorporation requirements.

Eligible expenses

  • Project-related shipping, travel, and living expenses, when required.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Applicable taxes.
  • Costs unrelated to the contract scope.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada
  • RCMP holding cells in remote rural and urban locations
  • Locations primarily outside Ontario and Quebec

Selection criteria

  • Alignment with the challenge scope and essential outcomes.
  • Demonstrated technology readiness level for the selected phase.
  • Evidence of innovation and advancement over existing solutions.
  • Ability to address additional outcomes and key technical risks.
  • Feasible project plan, team, and financial management approach.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Review the official solicitation documents and CanadaBuys notice.
  • Step 2: Log in to view and access the submission area.
  • Step 3: Prepare the submission for the correct phase based on TRL.
  • Step 4: Complete the Challenge Stream Submission Form.
  • Step 5: Submit the proposal before the closing date and time through the tendering system.

Processing and Agreement

  • Proposals are reviewed against the published challenge criteria.
  • Only the selected phase entry point is considered.
  • Canada may award partial contracts or negotiate scope changes.
  • A final decision is made based on evaluation results, departmental priorities, and available funds.

Additional information

  • Selected companies may receive one contract per phase per challenge.
  • Final decisions on awards depend on evaluation results, departmental priorities, and available funds.
  • The Crown may make partial awards and negotiate scope changes.
  • All communications for meetings will be by telephone or videoconference.

Contacts

TPSGC.SIC-ISC.PWGSC@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Innovative Solutions Canada - Artificial Intelligence Behaviour Monitoring Solution Program

What is the Innovative Solutions Canada - Artificial Intelligence Behaviour Monitoring Solution?

This challenge offers up to CAD 150,000 for Phase 1 and up to CAD 1,000,000 for Phase 2. It supports an AI-based monitoring solution for RCMP holding cells, including behavior detection, medical distress alerts, and secure data retention.

How much funding can be received?

Innovative Solutions Canada - Artificial Intelligence Behaviour Monitoring Solution Funds up to $1,000,000 of admissible expenses.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application deadline for this grant program was September 10, 2024.

Who is eligible for the Innovative Solutions Canada - Artificial Intelligence Behaviour Monitoring Solution program?

To be eligible for the Innovative Solutions Canada - Artificial Intelligence Behaviour Monitoring Solution program, you must: For-profit small business. Incorporated in Canada. R&D in Canada.

What expenses are eligible under Innovative Solutions Canada - Artificial Intelligence Behaviour Monitoring Solution?

Development of an AI-based behavior monitoring solution for RCMP holding cells. Detection of destructive, self-harm, and medical distress behaviors. Monitoring of detainee activity through contactless, non-wearable sensing. Prototype or feasibility work for multi-cell monitoring and alerting.

Who can I contact for more information about the Innovative Solutions Canada - Artificial Intelligence Behaviour Monitoring Solution?

You can contact Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) by email at TPSGC.SIC-ISC.PWGSC@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca.

Where is the Innovative Solutions Canada - Artificial Intelligence Behaviour Monitoring Solution available?

The Innovative Solutions Canada - Artificial Intelligence Behaviour Monitoring Solution program is available across Canada.