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CQDM — PARTENAR-IA — Academic
Support for collaborative AI and quantum innovation
Last Update: May 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,500,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 15, 2025
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
Direct support of up to $1,500,000 for Quebec businesses carrying out collaborative R&D projects in artificial intelligence and quantum technologies. The program supports innovation projects from planning to pre-commercialization, including development, testing, real-world demonstration, and commercialization planning.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open Date : April 15, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 250 employees minimum
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative innovation projects in artificial intelligence or quantum technologies
- Development, improvement, testing, and real-world demonstration of new solutions
- Commercialization planning and technology showcase activities
Documents Needed
- Letter of intent
- Signed application form
- Company financial statements
- Project budget and Gantt chart
- Partner commitment letters and service offers
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Quebec businesses
- SMEs
- Startups
- Groups of companies carrying out collaborative innovation projects
Who is not eligible
- Businesses registered on the public contracts ineligibility register (RENA)
- State-owned companies or government-controlled entities
- Companies in bankruptcy or insolvency proceedings
- Holding companies
- Businesses whose main activity is arms, fossil fuels, gambling, violent games, sexual exploitation, tobacco or drugs, or protected political or religious activities
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees and subcontracting
- Project labour costs and management fees
- Travel, equipment, materials, and inventory
- Intellectual property protection and certification costs
- Incubator or accelerator management fees for startups
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Debt service and capital repayments
- Routine operating expenses and recurring software subscriptions
- Land, building, and expansion costs
- Intellectual property maintenance costs
- Expenses incurred before a complete and admissible application is filed
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first checked for administrative admissibility
- Eligible files are assessed for scientific, technological, and economic merit
- Projects are also reviewed against elimination criteria and security-related risks
- Selected applicants receive a funding agreement setting out payment terms and obligations
- Progress and final reports are required, and funding may be stopped if obligations are not met
Additional information
Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- Strong emphasis is placed on cross-sector collaboration between businesses and research institutions.
- Successful applicants may receive guidance and support from the grant provider throughout the project duration.
- The program aims to strengthen Quebec's position in the biopharmaceutical and AI sectors.
- Projects should demonstrate potential for significant advancements or innovations in biopharmaceutical applications.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the CQDM — PARTENAR-IA — Academic Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the CQDM — PARTENAR-IA — Academic. 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 CQDM — PARTENAR-IA — Academic?
Direct support of up to $1,500,000 for Quebec businesses carrying out collaborative R&D projects in artificial intelligence and quantum technologies. The program supports innovation projects from planning to pre-commercialization, including development, testing, real-world demonstration, and commercialization planning.
How much funding can be received?
CQDM — PARTENAR-IA — Academic Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the CQDM — PARTENAR-IA — Academic program?
To be eligible for the CQDM — PARTENAR-IA — Academic program, you must:
At least two Quebec companies
At least one SME or startup
Minimum 25% industrial contribution
What expenses are eligible under CQDM — PARTENAR-IA — Academic?
Collaborative innovation projects in artificial intelligence or quantum technologies
Development, improvement, testing, and real-world demonstration of new solutions
Commercialization planning and technology showcase activities
Who can I contact for more information about the CQDM — PARTENAR-IA — Academic?
You can contact Quebec Consortium for Drug Discovery (CQDM) by email at mpaquette@cqdm.org.
Where is the CQDM — PARTENAR-IA — Academic available?
The CQDM — PARTENAR-IA — Academic program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the CQDM — PARTENAR-IA — Academic a grant, loan, or tax credit?
CQDM — PARTENAR-IA — Academic is a Grant and Funding