OpenGrant · National Research Council of Canada
IRAP AI Assist
AI pilots and planning, commonly $50K–$75K
An IRAP stream for companies building or adopting generative AI and deep-learning solutions, from early planning through a working pilot.
How the money works
- Typical amount
- $50,000–$75,000 for planning and pilots
- Type
- Non-repayable contribution
- Best for
- First AI project inside an established business
Who may be eligible
- Meets standard IRAP eligibility (incorporated, 500 or fewer staff)
- Project applies AI to a real business problem
Meeting these criteria does not guarantee funding. National Research Council of Canada decides eligibility and approval for each application.
Details last checked October 22, 2026. Amounts and intake dates change; we confirm them with the program before you apply. Official program page.