archived
Last Update: June 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,500,000
Timeline
- Archived
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports AI innovation projects in Quebec, with up to $1.5M per project. It funds the development, commercialization, or adoption of AI technologies, including new products, new processes, and significant improvements.
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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 : 1,500,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Archived
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Other services (except public administration)
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 249 employees maximum
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development of new AI products or processes.
- Significant improvement of existing products or processes using AI.
- AI innovation projects for development, commercialization, or adoption of technologies.
- Internal R&D activities related to AI for SMEs.
- Collaborative AI projects involving businesses, and for SMEs, a research center.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Quebec companies.
- Business groups with at least two Quebec companies, including at least one SME.
- SMEs in Quebec.
- SMEs applying alone or with a research center.
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Additional information
- Program renewal and application deadline were to be confirmed.
- Management fees of 5% of eligible project costs apply.
- Non-subsidized expenses may be eligible for tax credits, including the SR&ED credit, subject to the usual program rules.
Other components of this program
Explore related funding streams and grants that belong to the same program.
- PIIA Program - Part 2 : SMEsAI Innovation Funding Program for Quebec Businesses
Frequently Asked Questions about the PIIA Program - Part 1: Scope Program
What is the PIIA Program - Part 1: Scope?
This program supports AI innovation projects in Quebec, with up to $1.5M per project. It funds the development, commercialization, or adoption of AI technologies, including new products, new processes, and significant improvements.
How much funding can be received?
PIIA Program - Part 1: Scope Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the PIIA Program - Part 1: Scope program?
To be eligible for the PIIA Program - Part 1: Scope program, you must:
Legally incorporated and registered in Quebec.
Project must involve AI innovation.
SME stream has size and asset limits.
What expenses are eligible under PIIA Program - Part 1: Scope?
Development of new AI products or processes.
Significant improvement of existing products or processes using AI.
AI innovation projects for development, commercialization, or adoption of technologies.
Internal R&D activities related to AI for SMEs.
Collaborative AI projects involving businesses, and for SMEs, a research center.
Where is the PIIA Program - Part 1: Scope available?
The PIIA Program - Part 1: Scope program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the PIIA Program - Part 1: Scope a grant, loan, or tax credit?
PIIA Program - Part 1: Scope is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the PIIA Program - Part 1: Scope?
PIIA Program - Part 1: Scope is funded by PROMPT