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Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative in southern Ontario - Pillar 2: AI Adoption
AI adoption support for southern Ontario businesses
Funding available
$ 5,000,000
Deadline
December 20, 2024
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports businesses in southern Ontario that want to adopt or integrate AI solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness. Not-for-profit organizations serving businesses may request up to $5 million, usually as a non-repayable contribution, for projects focused on AI adoption beyond off-the-shelf tools.
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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
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (<50% earned)
Scope
- Regional
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Adoption or integration of AI solutions in business operations.
- Transformative AI adoption projects.
- Strategic AI integration and process re-engineering.
- Capacity-building projects related to AI use.
Documents Needed
- Application for Funding
- RAII Supplemental Form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Businesses in southern Ontario
- Incorporated not-for-profit organizations in Canada or Ontario that provide services to businesses
Eligible geographic areas
- Southern Ontario
Selection criteria
- Priority may be given to transformative AI adoption projects.
- Priority may be given to strategic AI integration projects.
- Priority may be given to process re-engineering projects.
- Priority may be given to capacity development projects.
How to apply
- Step 1: Download the required forms
- Download the Application for Funding.
- Download the RAII Supplemental Form.
- Step 2: Complete the application package
- Fill out both required forms.
Other components of this program
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative in southern Ontario - Pillar 2: AI Adoption Program
What is the Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative in southern Ontario - Pillar 2: AI Adoption?
This program supports businesses in southern Ontario that want to adopt or integrate AI solutions to improve efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness. Not-for-profit organizations serving businesses may request up to $5 million, usually as a non-repayable contribution, for projects focused on AI adoption beyond off-the-shelf tools.
How much funding can be received?
Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative in southern Ontario - Pillar 2: AI Adoption Funds up to $5,000,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative in southern Ontario - Pillar 2: AI Adoption program?
To be eligible for the Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative in southern Ontario - Pillar 2: AI Adoption program, you must:
Project focused on AI adoption
Beyond off-the-shelf tools
Southern Ontario business support
What expenses are eligible under Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative in southern Ontario - Pillar 2: AI Adoption?
Adoption or integration of AI solutions in business operations.
Transformative AI adoption projects.
Strategic AI integration and process re-engineering.
Capacity-building projects related to AI use.
Who can I contact for more information about the Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative in southern Ontario - Pillar 2: AI Adoption?
You can contact Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev).
Where is the Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative in southern Ontario - Pillar 2: AI Adoption available?
The Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative in southern Ontario - Pillar 2: AI Adoption program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative in southern Ontario - Pillar 2: AI Adoption a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative in southern Ontario - Pillar 2: AI Adoption is a Grant and Funding