How much funding can be received?

Funds up to 35% of admissible expenses, capped at $1500000 per project.

What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Who are the financial supporters of the PROMPT — Artificial intelligence?

PROMPT — Artificial intelligence is funded by PROMPT

What are PROMPT — Artificial intelligence's eligibility criterias?

Be legally constituted under federal or Quebec law and registered in Quebec's enterprise registry Have headquarters in Quebec with majority of operations in Quebec Include at least two Quebec companies (one must be an SME or startup) in a collaborative project

PROMPT — Artificial intelligence

Last Update: July 18, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports Quebec businesses in collaborative artificial intelligence innovation projects

PROMPT — Artificial intelligence at a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $1,500,000
Up to 35% of project cost

Timeline

Receipt of requests is suspended

Financing Type

Partnering and Collaboration

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Information and cultural industries
Professional, scientific and technical services

Grant Providers

PROMPT

Status

Suspended

Overview of the PROMPT — Artificial intelligence program

The PROMPT — Artificial Intelligence program supports Quebec companies with up to $1.5 million in non-dilutive funding for collaborative projects focused on the development, commercialization, or adoption of artificial intelligence technologies. Eligible activities include research and innovation initiatives carried out jointly by groups of at least two Quebec-based businesses, including at least one SME or startup.

Financing terms and conditions

Maximum reimbursement of $1.5 million per project, including management fees, for a duration of up to 24 months.
Financial aid covers up to 35% of eligible expenses for SMEs or large companies, and up to 50% for startups.
The support rate is increased to 50% for eligible costs incurred through an eligible public research center (if representing at least 20% of the project’s eligible expenses) or for quantum computing platform access (via specified partners).
A management fee of 5% applies to eligible project expenses.

Eligible projects & activities

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 175,000

Retrofit senior housing buildings with high-efficiency heating systems

$ 145,000

Installing solar panels at a local community recreation centre

$ 108,000

Developing a mobile app for rural medical appointment scheduling

$ 239,000

Upgrading dairy equipment for increased cheese production capacity

$ 130,000

Launching a circular textile upcycling project serving local retailers

$ 200,000

Implementing advanced robotics to optimize food processing line

Eligibility criteria of the PROMPT — Artificial intelligence program

The applicant must be legally constituted under federal or Quebec law and registered with the Registraire des entreprises du Québec.
The company must have its head office in Quebec, with employees or subcontractors mainly working from Quebec.
The applicant (if SME) must have 249 employees or fewer and possess assets below $50 million.
The applicant must own the rights to use the intellectual property related to its product, process, or service.
The project must be carried out by a group of at least two Quebec-based companies, including at least one SME or startup, and must demonstrate collaboration through shared costs, benefits, and intellectual property.

Who is eligible?

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) legally incorporated under Quebec or federal law with their head office in Quebec
Startups legally constituted under Quebec or federal law with their head office in Quebec
Groups of Quebec companies (minimum two), including at least one SME or startup, collaborating on artificial intelligence research projects
Large enterprises legally incorporated under Quebec or federal law with an operational establishment in Quebec involved in research and development

Who is not eligible

Companies that are remunerated by other participating companies within the project (as they are considered subcontractors or service providers).

Eligible expenses

Expenses incurred by a public research center, provided they represent at least 20% of the eligible project costs.
Costs for access to quantum computing platforms through PINQ2, Calcul Québec, and DistriQ.

Eligible geographic areas

Quebec

How to apply to the PROMPT — Artificial intelligence program

Confirm eligibility requirements

Review the eligibility criteria for your type of organization (SME, startup, or partner company)
Ensure your company and project meet all requirements, such as legal registration, location, size, and intellectual property rights

Assemble project collaboration details

Prepare documentation demonstrating collaboration between at least two Quebec companies, including one SME or startup
Outline project objectives, innovation components, cost-sharing, and intellectual property agreements

Complete and submit the application

Complete the online information form with applicant, project, and organizational details
Submit all required documents and respond to any requests for further information by Prompt

Wait for application review

Await review and assessment of your application by Prompt and partner entities
Respond to any follow-up or clarification requests if necessary

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.

Apply to this program