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  • grant_single|projectCostPercent
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Grant and Funding
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Health care and social assistance
grant_single|grantors
  • Consortium de recherche et d’innovation en technologies médicales du Québec
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grant_card_status|open

grant_single_labels|preview

Get a non-refundable grant up to $500,000 to cover up to 40% of eligible expenses when your SME partners with a research centre on an artificial intelligence R&D project in the field of health technologies.

grant_single_labels|projects

Several types of projects and activities are eligible for this grant, focusing on the development, improvement, and commercialization of solutions using artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum technologies.
  • Realization of preliminary studies and activities necessary for the project's planning and execution.
  • Validation of principle.
  • Development or improvement of the solution, including design, engineering, and prototyping.
  • Testing and validation of the solution, such as prototype trials and pilot production.
  • Elaboration of a commercialization plan, including intellectual property protection.
  • Demonstration in real operation situations to complete development or improvement of the solution.
  • Technological showcase aimed at demonstrating the solution in real operational conditions.
grant_single|admissibleProjectsExample

$160,000

Quebec City
AI for analyzing electronic health records to improve patient outcomes in collaboration with Université Laval.

$180,000

Montreal
Developing AI for early detection of cardiovascular diseases in collaboration with McGill University.

$200,000

Montreal
AI-driven wearable health monitoring systems to predict chronic diseases in partnership with Université de Montréal.

$200,000

Sherbrooke
Automating drug discovery process using AI in collaboration with Université de Sherbrooke.

$200,000

Montreal
AI-based mental health diagnostics in partnership with UQAM.

$180,000

Quebec City
Predicting surgical outcomes using AI in collaboration with CHU de Québec.

grant_single_labels|admissibility

To be eligible for this grant, organizations must meet specific criteria related to their legal constitution, operational status, and collaboration requirements.
  • Legally constituted under federal or Quebec laws and registered with the Quebec Business Register.
  • Headquartered in Quebec with employees or contractors primarily working in Quebec.
  • For startups:
  • Have 250 employees or less in Quebec.
  • Not owned by other existing companies or organizations by 50% or more.
  • Not created through mergers, restructuring, or extension of pre-existing activities.
  • Directed by a founder or founding team with at least one full-time (35+ hours/week) member.
  • Possess intellectual property rights for their product, process, or service.
  • Supported by an eligible incubator or accelerator at the time of application.
  • Have an establishment in Quebec devoted to production or R&D activities.
  • Global assets for their fiscal year ending within the previous calendar year do not exceed $50 million.
  • Contribute significantly to their company's development from concept to market.
  • For SMEs:
  • Have 250 employees or less in Quebec.
  • Not owned by other existing companies or organizations by 50% or more.
  • Have an establishment in Quebec devoted to production or R&D activities.
  • Possess intellectual property rights for their product, process, or service.
  • Global assets for their fiscal year ending within the previous calendar year do not exceed $50 million.
  • For other partners:
  • Headquartered in Quebec with employees or contractors primarily working in Quebec.
  • Have an establishment in Quebec engaged in production, services, or internal R&D activities.
  • Exclusions include:
  • Companies listed on the Register of companies ineligible for public contracts (RENA) or failing to meet francization standards.
  • Entities that defaulted on previous MEIE or Investissement Québec funding obligations within two years prior to application.
  • State-owned enterprises, companies directly or indirectly controlled by a government, municipal entities, or those principally involved in prohibited sectors like arms production, fossil fuel exploration, gambling, and others.
  • Companies under protection of bankruptcy laws, holding companies, or those primarily in non-eligible new business areas.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

Yes, there are eligible types of companies for this grant. Eligible companies include startups and PMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) that meet specific criteria.
  • Startups that are legally constituted according to federal or Quebec laws and registered with the Quebec Enterprise Register.
  • Startups with their head office in Quebec and employees or subcontractors working mainly in Quebec.
  • Startups with 250 employees or less in Quebec.
  • Startups not majority-owned (50% or more) by existing companies or organizations.
  • Startups not created as part of a concentration, restructuring, extension of pre-existing activities, or takeover of such activities.
  • Startups led by at least one full-time (35 hours or more per week) founder or a founding team.
  • Startups that own the intellectual property rights for their product, process, or service.
  • Startups that receive support from an eligible incubator or accelerator at the time of application.
  • Startups with an establishment in operation in Quebec aimed at producing goods and services or conducting internal R&D activities.
  • Startups with global assets, including those of affiliated companies, of less than 50 million dollars for their fiscal year ending in the calendar year preceding the given year.
  • Startups primarily dedicating their resources to developing their enterprise from conception to market launch of their product.
  • PMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) meeting similar criteria as startups but can also have an establishment in Quebec dedicated to regular production activities.
  • PMEs with global assets, including those of affiliated companies, of less than 50 million dollars.
  • Eligible partner companies in a consortium with at least one startup or PME can also include larger enterprises if they meet specific criteria and contribute substantially to the Quebec economy and technology landscape.
  • Companies that are not on specific exclusion lists, such as those for public contract ineligibility or non-compliance with francization processes.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_cannot_apply

Yes, there are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant. Below is a list of the ineligible companies:
  • Companies listed in the Register of companies not eligible for public contracts (RENA).
  • Companies listed on the List of non-compliant companies under the francization process.
  • Companies that have failed to meet obligations related to previous financial aid from MEIE or Investissement Québec in the past two years.
  • State-owned enterprises or those controlled by a government, municipal entity, or majority-owned by a state-owned entity.
  • Companies under the protection of the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act or Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act.
  • Holding companies.
  • Companies with ethical behaviors likely to tarnish the image of integrity of the Quebec government.
  • Companies focused on production or distribution of weapons.
  • Companies involved in the exploration, extraction, drilling, production, and refining of fossil fuels, except those aiming for a low-carbon economy transition.
  • Companies involved in gambling, violent games, combat sports involving living beings, racing, or similar activities.
  • Companies involved in sexual exploitation (e.g., erotic bar, escort agency, erotic massage parlor, or swingers club).
  • Companies involved in the production, sale, and services related to tobacco or drugs, except for interventions related to cannabis and industrial hemp.
  • Companies with a primary business domain protected by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms (e.g., religion, politics, rights defense).

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

Yes, there are eligible expenses for this grant.
Eligible expenses include professional fees, direct project costs, equipment, travel expenses, and other specified costs. Below is a detailed list of eligible expenses:
  • Professional fees for specialized services, including subcontracting
  • Direct labor costs, including benefits and mandatory contributions
  • Travel and accommodation costs related to project execution
  • Direct material and inventory costs
  • Equipment costs based on duration, useful life, and project use
  • Equipment rental fees
  • Costs for purchasing studies or other documentation
  • Animal care and platform fees
  • Costs for developing and protecting intellectual property (IP)
  • Certification or homologation costs necessary for commercialization
  • Project setup and management fees by qualified incubators or accelerators
  • Costs for exhibitions and trade shows to attract potential clients
  • Project setup and management fees by a RSRI in collaboration with IVADO

grant_eligibility_criteria|zone

The eligible geographical zone for this grant is the province of Quebec, Canada. This applies to companies and organizations that are legally incorporated under the federal or provincial laws and have their principal place of business in Quebec.
  • Must be legally incorporated under the laws of Quebec or Canada.
  • Must have their principal place of business in Quebec, Canada.

grant_single_labels|criteria

Yes, there are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The projects are evaluated by a committee of experts based on criteria of relevance, scientific quality, and potential economic, social, or technological impacts in Quebec.
  • Niveau d'innovation du projet (15%)
  • Qualité scientifique/technologique du projet, incluant les objectifs, la qualité des données et la faisabilité industrielle (15%)
  • Réalisation du projet, incluant les étapes, la gestion de la propriété intellectuelle et le respect des principes du développement durable (10%)
  • Collaboration et expertise pour la réalisation du projet, évaluant le recours aux chercheurs et organismes de recherche, ainsi que l'expertise des entrepreneurs (20%)
  • Retombées anticipées, incluant l'impact sur les connaissances, le positionnement de l'entreprise et le potentiel de commercialisation (40%)
  • Qualité du projet, objectifs, enjeux à résoudre, pertinence du budget et des offres de services (20%)
  • Capacité de l'entreprise à réaliser le projet, sur le plan des ressources humaines et financières, et répercussions pour l'entreprise (60%)
  • Adéquation des dépenses avec les objectifs du programme (10%)
  • Structure de financement et appui des partenaires (10%)

grant_single_labels|register

  • Step 1: Read the entire guide
  • Step 2: Complete and sign the financial aid application form
  • Step 3: Prepare all required documentation
  • Step 4: Submit the application electronically to an appropriate RSRI or directly to MEIE for Confiance IA and Quantique projects

grant_single_labels|otherInfo

This grant supports innovative projects in AI and quantum technologies in Quebec. It prioritizes collaborative projects involving at least two Quebec-based companies, benefiting primarily SMEs and startups.
  • Application deadlines: August 23, 2024, October 15, 2024, and April 15, 2025, by 4:00 PM.
  • Financial assistance: Up to $1,500,000 per project for a maximum duration of 24 months.
  • Priority sectors: Agriculture, fishing, forestry, energy, construction, manufacturing, aerospace, and primary healthcare.
  • Eligible expenses: Professional fees, direct labor costs, travel expenses, direct material costs, equipment costs, and intellectual property protection costs.
  • Non-eligible expenses: Regular business operating costs, debt servicing, acquisition of land, and taxes.
  • Projects must demonstrate economic and technological benefits for Quebec, with substantial contributions from private partners covering at least 25% of eligible expenses.

grant_single_labels|documents

PARTENAR-IA — MEDTEQ+ — Academic

grant_single_labels|contact

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