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Industrial AI Readiness Program
Up to $15,000 for manufacturers to have an AI service provider assess readiness and write an implementation plan.
| Type | Grant |
|---|---|
| Delivered by | NGen, with NRC IRAP |
| What it covers | Fees from an AI service provider for a readiness evaluation and implementation plan |
| Amount | Up to $15,000 |
| Conditions | Manufacturers under 500 staff, referred by an IRAP advisor |
| Where | Canada-wide |
| Status | Open, checked on October 15, 2026 |
| Official page | https://www.ngen.ca/funding/challenge/industrial-ai-readiness |
Who it is for
Manufacturers only. First come, first served until funding runs out. Final reports are due at the end of December 2026.
Common questions
Is Industrial AI Readiness Program a grant?
Yes. It is a grant, so you do not repay it.
Is Industrial AI Readiness Program open now?
Status when we checked on October 15, 2026: Open. Confirm the status on the official page before you make plans.
Who delivers Industrial AI Readiness Program?
NGen, with NRC IRAP delivers the program.
Where it applies
British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut.
Related programs
BDC LIFT, Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative, Scale AI, ESSOR, Volet 1, Critical Industrial Technologies, Sector Adoption, Digital Modernization and Adoption Plan.
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