AI Discovery

Acculturation and Foundations of Generative AI

A comprehensive session to demystify AI and identify high-impact use cases for your specific business sector.

LevelBeginner

Duration7 Hours

FormatOn-site or Virtual

Book for my team

* Train up to 15 employees per session

Offered by

Stigma Technologies

AI Center of Excellence

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Eligible Subsidies

Scale AIJusqu'à 85%

ESSOR (IQ)Up to $20,000

Productivity50%+

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What you will learn

check_circleUnderstand the core mechanics of LLMs (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini)

check_circleIdentify at least 5 automation opportunities in your daily workflows

check_circleMaster basic prompting techniques for immediate results

check_circleUnderstand security risks and data privacy (Loi 25)

Course Syllabus

The GenAI Revolution

9:00 - 10:30

History, current landscape, and why now is the tipping point for SMEs.

How it Works

10:45 - 12:00

Demystifying LLMs, hallucinations, and the importance of context.

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Lunch Break

12:00 - 13:00

Lunch included via Uber Eats or Doordash.

Bon Appétit

Industry Use Cases

13:00 - 14:30

Deep dive into successful AI implementations in your specific industry.

Hands-on Discovery

14:45 - 16:00

First steps with ChatGPT and Claude: prompt engineering basics.

Strategy & Roadmap

16:00 - 17:00

Drafting your company's first AI adoption plan.

Skills you will gain

AI FoundationsStrategic VisionUse Case IdentificationEthical AI

Prerequisites

None. Open to all levels.

Who it is for

Business owners, managers, and teams curious about AI transformation.

Available Financial Aid

Reduce your net cost by up to 85%

This training program is eligible for several Canadian and Quebec government grants. Stigma Technologies guides you through the application process.

auto_awesomeScale AI — Custom AI Training

$5,000 – $1,000,000

Covers up to 50% of costs (85% for first $100k in Quebec). Ideal for company-wide customized AI training.

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account_balanceESSOR – Digital Transformation & Investment

$20,000 – $50,000

Supports Quebec businesses in their feasibility studies, digital diagnostics, and implementation of digital action plans.

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schoolProductivité-Compétences (Gov. QC)

55M$ Envelope over 2 years

Supports workforce training projects tailored to new SME realities, including AI and digital innovation.

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flagDEC — Regional AI Initiative (IRIA)

Up to 50% of costs

Economic Development Canada funds AI adoption for SMEs across Quebec regions.

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receipt_longCDAE Tax Credit (Revenu Québec)

Up to 30% of eligible salaries

Refundable credit for IT companies developing or integrating AI solutions. Applicable to licensed digital products.

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scienceIRAP — AI Assist (NRC)

$750,000 – $10,500,000

NRC support for innovative SMEs working on AI, IT, or tech projects. Covers professional services and education.

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Stigma Technologies helps you identify and submit grant applications. Request your free subsidy diagnostic.

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Book or Fund Fund Your Training

Train your teams at $2,500/day, or let us handle your grant applications to reduce your net cost by up to 85%.

Book for Your Team

Choose your format: up to 15 employees or a minimum of 5 executives. The session takes place at your premises or online.

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Employees

Up to 15 per session

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Executives

Strategic format (min. 5)

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Lunch included

Uber Eats / Doordash

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Certification

Stigma Technologies

payments

Fixed rate

$2,500 / day, all-inclusive

Need help with funding? Select 'Grant Assistance' in the form. Please note that eligibility is subject to approval by the relevant authorities and does not depend on Stigma Technologies.