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Canada Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) for AI Commercialization and Adoption is sponsored by Government of Canada (Regional Development Agencies including PrairiesCan, PacifiCan, CED, FedDev Ontario, ACOA, CanNor). The Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) is a Government of Canada program delivering $200 million in AI funding through the country's regional development agencies.
Under Budget 2024, PrairiesCan alone received $33.
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Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) in the Prairie Provinces - Canada. ca Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) in the Prairie provinces Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until December 31, 2028, or until funding has been fully committed or otherwise announced here. Under Budget 2024, PrairiesCan received $33.
8 million over 5 years to deliver the Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) , beginning in 2024-25. Applicants are encouraged to submit expressions of interest as soon as possible for consideration under this initiative. All projects must be completed by March 31, 2029.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a powerful tool that can help businesses across Canada compete and grow in a global economy. This rapidly evolving technology has the potential to improve how businesses operate, increase productivity and bring benefits to Canadians. As countries around the world race to develop and use AI , Canada is already a leader in this space.
To stay at the forefront of this technology, the Government of Canada announced $200 million for AI -powered businesses. This funding, delivered by Canada’s regional development agencies (RDAs) is available in all regions to help bring new AI technologies to market and speed-up AI adoption in critical sectors such as agriculture, clean technology, healthcare and manufacturing.
The RAII is part of Canada’s budget 2024 commitment to secure Canada’s AI advantage. RAII advances PrairiesCan’s strategic priorities . For additional RAII information, contact us directly at one of our regional offices by calling 1-888-338-9378.
RAII is part of the national Regional Economic Growth through Innovation program.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: For-profit businesses incorporated in Canada with minimum 2 years of operating history, at least 1 full-time employee, and facilities in the relevant region. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows CAD $250,000 to $5,000,000 per project (approximately $180,000 to $3,600,000 USD). Covers up to 50% of eligible project costs for for-profit applicants. Part of Canada's $200 million national AI investment through regional development agencies. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Canada Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) for AI Commercialization and Adoption are due December 31, 2028. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Canada Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) for AI Commercialization and Adoption is funded by Government of Canada (Regional Development Agencies including PrairiesCan, PacifiCan, CED, FedDev Ontario, ACOA, CanNor). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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