DEC — Regional AI Initiative (IRIA)
Program Overview
The Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (IRIA) is a federal program helping Quebec regions catch up in AI adoption. It supports companies that want to integrate AI to improve productivity or develop new intelligent products.
Available Funding
Up to 50% of costs
IT, professional services, manufacturing
Eligible Candidates
- verifiedSMEs located in Quebec regions (off-island of Montreal)
- verifiedProjects with a specific AI adoption or development component
- verifiedMust demonstrate project viability and economic impact
- verifiedPriority for IT, professional services, and manufacturing sectors
Application Process
Step 1: Check regional eligibility on the DEC website
Step 2: Prepare a business case with Stigma Technologies
Step 3: Submit a project proposal to Economic Development Canada
Step 4: Due diligence and approval process
Step 5: Funding disbursement based on milestones
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