Offered by Government of Canada, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
AI Compute Access Fund
Other assistanceFederalAll of CanadaClosed
- Deadline
- Ongoing intake
- Where
- All of Canada
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In short
Financial support to help SMEs access cutting-edge artificial intelligence computing infrastructure and overcome AI development barriers in sectors that require high-performance computing capacity and show high potential for AI adoption, such as life sciences, energy, and advanced manufacturing.
Eligibility criteria
- For-profit business registered in Canada (required)
- R&D team based in Canada (required)
- Business located in Canada (required)
- Fewer than 500 full-time employees
- Develop AI products or services
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Official program website
Page updated on September 29, 2026. Summary and criteria extracted by our AI from the official program page; always check with the agency.
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