Closed
Last Update: April 13, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,500,000
Timeline
- Closing date : April 13, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
The program provides up to $1.5 million per project to support AI innovation in Quebec businesses. It funds collaborative projects focused on the development, commercialization, or adoption of artificial intelligence technologies.
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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 35% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : April 13, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- $ 50,000,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
- 249 employees maximum
Audience
- Startups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- AI innovation projects focused on development, commercialization, or adoption of technology
- Collaborative research projects involving Quebec businesses
- Projects covering planning, proof of concept, development, testing, and real-world demonstration
- Projects that include commercialization planning and technology showcase activities
Documents Needed
- Letter of intent
- Signed funding application form
- Signed project submission letter for each company
- Financial statements and cash flow forecasts
- Signed partner commitment letters and service offers
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Quebec SMEs
- Quebec startups
- Groups of Quebec companies collaborating on AI projects
- Large enterprises with an operational establishment in Quebec
Who is not eligible
- Companies listed in the Register of enterprises ineligible for public contracts
- State-owned companies or companies controlled by a government or municipal entity
- Companies under bankruptcy or insolvency protection
- Holding companies
- Companies whose main business activity is weapons, fossil fuels, gambling, violent games, sexual exploitation, tobacco or drugs, or protected political or religious activities
Eligible expenses
- Professional fees for specialized services, including subcontracting
- Direct labour costs linked to the project, including benefits and project management fees
- Travel and lodging expenses related to the project
- Direct material, inventory, and equipment costs
- IP protection, certification, commercialization, and technology showcase costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Expenses incurred before a complete and receivable application is submitted
- Debt service, loan repayment, capital loss, and capital replacement costs
- Routine operating expenses, recurring software subscriptions, and software updates
- Property maintenance, land, building acquisition, and building expansion costs
- Sales taxes and expenses paid to related companies or partners
Eligible geographic areas
- Quebec
Processing and Agreement
- The Ministry first reviews applications for administrative admissibility.
- Eligible applications are then assessed for scientific, technological, and economic merit.
- Projects are also subject to eliminatory criteria and a national security risk review.
- Shortlisted projects are ranked and selected based on the available budget.
- Approved projects require a funding agreement signed by the parties.
Additional information
- The grant program is currently on pause; new application deadlines will be announced at a later date.
- A 5% management fee is applied to eligible project expenditures.
- Unsubsidized project expenses may qualify for tax credits such as the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax credit, subject to standard program criteria.
- Applicants may benefit from guidance and support throughout the preparation and final submission of their funding application.
Frequently Asked Questions about the PROMPT — Artificial intelligence Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the PROMPT — Artificial intelligence. 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 PROMPT — Artificial intelligence?
The program provides up to $1.5 million per project to support AI innovation in Quebec businesses. It funds collaborative projects focused on the development, commercialization, or adoption of artificial intelligence technologies.
How much funding can be received?
PROMPT — Artificial intelligence Funds up to 35% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,500,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the PROMPT — Artificial intelligence program?
To be eligible for the PROMPT — Artificial intelligence program, you must:
Legally incorporated and registered in Quebec
Head office in Quebec
Collaborative project with at least two Quebec companies
What expenses are eligible under PROMPT — Artificial intelligence?
AI innovation projects focused on development, commercialization, or adoption of technology
Collaborative research projects involving Quebec businesses
Projects covering planning, proof of concept, development, testing, and real-world demonstration
Projects that include commercialization planning and technology showcase activities
Where is the PROMPT — Artificial intelligence available?
The PROMPT — Artificial intelligence program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the PROMPT — Artificial intelligence a grant, loan, or tax credit?
PROMPT — Artificial intelligence is a Partnering and Collaboration
Who are the financial supporters of the PROMPT — Artificial intelligence?
PROMPT — Artificial intelligence is funded by PROMPT