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AI Compute Challenge

Invests to establish AI data centres and compute infrastructure via the SRF channel intake.

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The AI Compute Challenge is the private-sector investment pillar of Canada's Sovereign AI Compute Strategy. Under Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada, it directs up to $700 million toward projects that strengthen domestic AI infrastructure and establish fully integrated AI data-centre solutions.

Applications move through the Strategic Response Fund on an ongoing basis rather than …

AIEnergy Tech

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.

Last verified: 29 May 2026Source: ised-isde.canada.ca