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PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Industry
AI innovation support for Quebec business consortia
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 350,000
Timeline
- Closing date : April 15, 2024
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports AI innovation projects by Quebec business consortia working with research centers. It funds collaborative R&D and adoption projects linked to artificial intelligence and advanced materials, with up to $1,500,000 per project.
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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
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 350,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : April 15, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative artificial intelligence research projects.
- Innovation projects for the development and commercialization of AI.
- Projects aimed at adopting artificial intelligence technologies.
Documents Needed
- Application form
- Guide Partenar-IA Entreprise du MEIE
- PRIMA supplementary guide to the MEIE guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Quebec companies
- SMEs
- Start-ups
- Company consortia
Eligible expenses
- Eligible project expenses under the program
- Service offers from a public research center
- Hiring of an intern linked to a public research center
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- Contact an advisor before March 15, 2024, to obtain the application form.
- The company submits the project with the required partner consortium.
- Full applications are then filed by the RSRI to the MEIE.
- The deadline for that submission is April 15, 2024, at 4 p.m.
Additional information
- The project must be linked to advanced materials.
- Applicants are advised to contact an advisor before March 15, 2024, to obtain the application form.
- The relevant guides are available in French only.
Documents and links
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Industry Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Industry. 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 PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Industry?
This program supports AI innovation projects by Quebec business consortia working with research centers. It funds collaborative R&D and adoption projects linked to artificial intelligence and advanced materials, with up to $1,500,000 per project.
How much funding can be received?
PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Industry Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $350,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Industry program?
To be eligible for the PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Industry program, you must:
Consortium of at least 2 companies
Includes a Quebec SME and a research center
Project linked to AI and advanced materials
What expenses are eligible under PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Industry?
Collaborative artificial intelligence research projects.
Innovation projects for the development and commercialization of AI.
Projects aimed at adopting artificial intelligence technologies.
Who can I contact for more information about the PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Industry?
You can contact Ministère de l'économie, de l'innovation et de l'énergie du Québec (MEIE) by email at none or by phone at 514 284-0211 ext. 227.
Where is the PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Industry available?
The PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Industry program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Industry a grant, loan, or tax credit?
PRIMA — PARTENAR-IA — Industry is a Other Support