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Artificial Intelligence Program

Artificial Intelligence Program

Supports collaborative teams in Canada through Protein Industries Canada Artificial Intelligence co-investment for plant-based innovation.

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Protein Industries Canada (PIC) has allocated CAD $30 million through March 31, 2028 for its Artificial Intelligence Program, which co-invests in collaborative consortia applying AI technology anywhere along Canada's plant-based food, feed, and ingredients value chain. PIC is one of Canada's federally funded Global Innovation Clusters, backed by a cumulative federal commitment of up to $323 millio…

What this grant funds

AI technology applications across plant-based food, feed, and ingredient value chain — including data/AI readiness feasibility.

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CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.31 Mar 2028
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.6 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.CAD 30M
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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.proteinindustriescanada.ca