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Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative in southern Ontario - Pillar 2: AI Adoption
AI adoption support for southern Ontario businesses
Last Update: June 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : 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 $
Timeline
- Closing date : December 20, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Finance and insurance
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
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
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
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