Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative

Description

The Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative funds up to $3 million per project for businesses that are commercializing or adopting artificial intelligence (AI) solutions in B.C. and up to $5 million per project for not-for-profit organizations that are supporting AI commercialization or adoption and ecosystem development in B.C.

The initiative aims to support projects that:

• Use AI to improve human health, environmental health, and/or economic resilience and productivity across various sectors, including those that support other sectors such as infrastructure, telecommunications and transportation
• Commercialize AI technology by helping AI companies, including start-ups, bring new technologies to market
• Adopt AI technology by accelerating AI use in key sectors
• Advance the AI ecosystem in B.C. by supporting local organizations that use AI
• Generate strong economic results by growing revenue and creating high-quality jobs

Eligibility requirements

Incorporated businesses and not-for-profit organizations are eligible.

Visit PacifiCan's website for specific eligibility requirements.

Status

Open and Continuous

Apply by January 17, 2025 for projects beginning on/after April 1, 2025.

Visit PacifiCan's website for full intake details.

Administration

PacifiCan is the Government of Canada's economic development agency for British Columbians that promotes growth and diversification in B.C.'s economy. PacifiCan, formerly known as Western Economic Diversification Canada (WD), is a federal agency that is headed by a minister and a deputy head (president).