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Call for Proposals in Horizon AI - Technology Commercialization
AI commercialization support for Canadian solutions
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
Up to 35% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program supported early commercialization and adoption of Canadian-owned AI solutions, with DIGITAL co-investing up to $20M. It targeted projects in health, earth, and services, including market expansion, product development, and adoption efforts.
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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
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Up to 35% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
- Transportation and warehousing
- Information and cultural industries
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Early commercialization of Canadian-owned AI solutions
- Adoption of AI solutions in Canadian and international markets
- Improvements to product-market fit and commercialization readiness
- Follow-on projects building on previous DIGITAL-supported AI solutions
Documents Needed
- Expression of Interest submission
- Full Project Proposal package
- Project budget and funding sources
- IP rationale and data management details
- Master Project Agreement review inputs
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian for-profit organizations
- Qualified consortia with SMEs
- Not-for-profit R&D organizations funded mainly by private-sector sources
- Non-federal Crown corporations with commercial revenues
- Research and post-secondary institutions
Who is not eligible
- Organizations without a Canadian business presence when direct co-investment is requested
- Publicly funded not-for-profits, research institutions, federal Crown corporations, and government bodies for direct PCAIS funds
- For-profit organizations seeking to be the community project beneficiary
Eligible expenses
- Base wages, salaries, and contracts tied to project deliverables
- Equipment purchase, rental, operation, and maintenance
- Materials and supplies used on the project
- Travel, accommodation, conference, and telecommunications costs for the project
- Consulting, legal, accounting, and IP protection costs with prior approval
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before project approval
- Taxes, fines, penalties, and cancellation fees
- Routine overhead and normal operating costs
- Costs eligible for other government rebates
- Building or land purchase or construction
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- International markets are also mentioned for eligible commercialization activities
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed on a continuous-intake basis.
- Complete EOIs are assessed for eligibility, fit, and readiness.
- Successful EOIs lead to an invitation to submit a Full Project Proposal.
- Eligible FPPs are reviewed by an independent Project Selection Committee.
- Successful consortia must sign a Master Project Agreement within 60 days.
Additional information
- Only qualified applicants are invited to submit an Expression of Interest.
- The program is fully committed and no longer accepting investments.
- Support is available to help applicants understand eligibility and project objectives.
- A webinar presentation deck is available for reference.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Call for Proposals in Horizon AI - Technology Commercialization Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Call for Proposals in Horizon AI - Technology Commercialization. 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 Call for Proposals in Horizon AI - Technology Commercialization?
This program supported early commercialization and adoption of Canadian-owned AI solutions, with DIGITAL co-investing up to $20M. It targeted projects in health, earth, and services, including market expansion, product development, and adoption efforts.
How much funding can be received?
Call for Proposals in Horizon AI - Technology Commercialization Funds up to 35% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Call for Proposals in Horizon AI - Technology Commercialization program?
To be eligible for the Call for Proposals in Horizon AI - Technology Commercialization program, you must:
At least three organizations
Includes a Canadian SME and customer
AI commercialization focus
What expenses are eligible under Call for Proposals in Horizon AI - Technology Commercialization?
Early commercialization of Canadian-owned AI solutions
Adoption of AI solutions in Canadian and international markets
Improvements to product-market fit and commercialization readiness
Follow-on projects building on previous DIGITAL-supported AI solutions
Who can I contact for more information about the Call for Proposals in Horizon AI - Technology Commercialization?
You can contact Canada's Digital Technology Cluster by email at proposal-support@digitalsupercluster.ca.
Where is the Call for Proposals in Horizon AI - Technology Commercialization available?
The Call for Proposals in Horizon AI - Technology Commercialization program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Call for Proposals in Horizon AI - Technology Commercialization a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Call for Proposals in Horizon AI - Technology Commercialization is a Partnering and Collaboration