FedNor Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) for Northern Ontario
no fixed amount
Grant
Description:
The Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) will help bridge the gap between cutting-edge AI research and broader marketplace consumption with support spanning two pillars:
AI productization and commercialization – Support AI scale-ups address common challenges on their journey from lab prototypes to real-world applications, including securing growth capital, talent acquisition, data management, and navigating regulatory and business conduct frameworks.
Adoption of AI applications – Support will address AI adoption lag among small and medium-sized enterprises. Support will focus on addressing challenges, such as skills gaps, AI integration complexities, and compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
Comments on Funding:
Continuous Intake
Eligibility:
Applicants must be those commercializing and/or adopting AI solutions, including:
1. Incorporated small and medium-sized enterprises;
2. Incorporated not-for-profit organizations;
3. Indigenous (First Nation/Métis/Inuit) communities and organizations; and
4. Municipalities and municipal organizations.
Note: Retail and service-based businesses will not be considered under this program.
Application Steps:
Applicants must submit through the FedNor self-service portal. It is recommended that you review both the initial application guide and the detailed application guide.
Please call 1-877-333-6673 to discuss your proposal with a FedNor Officer in your area or begin your application process.
Documentation Needed:
No specific documentation has been identified.
Other Things to Note:
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Maurice
