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Scale AI — STEM Youth Awareness Program
AI and data science training for Canadian youth
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Scale AI — STEM Youth Awareness Program aims to support Canadian organizations with initiatives that train pre-university students in artificial intelligence and data science, emphasizing diversity and inclusion. Though the maximum funding amount is not specified, projects must engage at least 1,000 participants to be eligible.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Social economy enterprise
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
- Other Education
- Research
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Initiatives for training in artificial intelligence and data science benefiting Canadian pre-university students.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Organizations involved in training initiatives in artificial intelligence and data science
- Organizations based in Canada
Eligible geographic areas
- Organizations must be based in Canada.
How to apply
- Step 1: Project Call OpeningThe project call for applications opens on March 18, 2025.
- Begin preparing your initiative for the submission.
- Step 2: Register for WebinarAttend the information webinar on April 8, 2025, for insights into the application process.
- Register for the webinar using the provided registration link.
- Step 3: Prepare ApplicationOutline your project proposal, including details on how it will train Canadian pre-university students in AI and data science.
- Ensure your project can accommodate a minimum of 1,000 participants and reflects an inclusive approach.
- Step 4: Submit ApplicationComplete all sections of your application, adhering to guidelines and requirements specified by Scale AI.
- Submit your full application package by the deadline on April 15, 2025.
- Step 5: Await SelectionProjects will be evaluated, and selections will be finalized by July 31, 2025.
- Only the selected projects will be contacted by the Scale AI team.
Additional information
- The Scale AI team will only contact those projects that have been selected.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Scale AI — STEM Youth Awareness Program Program
What is the Scale AI — STEM Youth Awareness Program?
The Scale AI — STEM Youth Awareness Program aims to support Canadian organizations with initiatives that train pre-university students in artificial intelligence and data science, emphasizing diversity and inclusion. Though the maximum funding amount is not specified, projects must engage at least 1,000 participants to be eligible.
Who is eligible for the Scale AI — STEM Youth Awareness Program program?
To be eligible for the Scale AI — STEM Youth Awareness Program program, you must:
Applying organizations must be based in Canada.
Projects must benefit Canadian pre-university students.
Initiatives must involve training in artificial intelligence and data science.
What expenses are eligible under Scale AI — STEM Youth Awareness Program?
Initiatives for training in artificial intelligence and data science benefiting Canadian pre-university students.
Where is the Scale AI — STEM Youth Awareness Program available?
The Scale AI — STEM Youth Awareness Program program is available across Canada.
Is the Scale AI — STEM Youth Awareness Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Scale AI — STEM Youth Awareness Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Scale AI — STEM Youth Awareness Program?
Scale AI — STEM Youth Awareness Program is funded by Scale AI Cluster