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AI Expertise Program - Quebec - Canada
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AI Expertise Program

Supports technological innovation and AI integration for Québec companies
Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada

Overview

The AI Expertise Program, a CDPQ initiative, supports Québec companies in leveraging technological innovations and artificial intelligence to enhance productivity through a two-step approach involving an Innovation Sprint and a Project Plan. It focuses on activities related to automation, robotization, and the digitization of business processes, providing tailored support without specifying a maximum funding amount.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase performance through digital transformation
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Receipt of requests is now closed

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • $ 25 minimum revenue
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Innovation Sprint workshops to identify operational issues and opportunities.
  • Generation of solutions such as automation, robotization, and digitization.
  • Prioritization of projects based on potential impact and required effort.
  • Development of a project plan converting prioritized ideas into executable projects.
  • Creation of technical proposals and management plans for AI solutions.
  • Analysis of the project's return on investment (ROI).

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Québec companies with headquarters in Québec
  • Companies with a minimum of $25 million in sales

Eligible geographic areas

  • Headquarters in Québec

Frequently Asked Questions about the AI Expertise Program Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the AI Expertise Program. 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 AI Expertise Program?

The AI Expertise Program, a CDPQ initiative, supports Québec companies in leveraging technological innovations and artificial intelligence to enhance productivity through a two-step approach involving an Innovation Sprint and a Project Plan. It focuses on activities related to automation, robotization, and the digitization of business processes, providing tailored support without specifying a maximum funding amount.

Who is eligible for the AI Expertise Program program?

To be eligible for the AI Expertise Program program, you must: Minimum sales of $25 million. Headquarters in Québec. Operational and leadership team availability during the program roll-out period (April to June).

What expenses are eligible under AI Expertise Program?

Innovation Sprint workshops to identify operational issues and opportunities. Generation of solutions such as automation, robotization, and digitization. Prioritization of projects based on potential impact and required effort. Development of a project plan converting prioritized ideas into executable projects. Creation of technical proposals and management plans for AI solutions. Analysis of the project's return on investment (ROI).

Who can I contact for more information about the AI Expertise Program?

You can contact Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec.

Where is the AI Expertise Program available?

The AI Expertise Program program is available the province of Quebec.

Who are the financial supporters of the AI Expertise Program?

AI Expertise Program is funded by Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec

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