PARTENAR-IA — CQDM — Entreprise ### 📋 Eligible Entities - Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) operating in Quebec - Start-ups registered in Quebec - Must be actively engaged in business operations - Must partner with an eligible research center or institution - Eligible sectors: Any industry sector pursuing AI-driven R&D projects - Minimum operational requirements may apply (verify with CQDM) ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum Grant Amount: $1,500,000 CAD - Funding Rate: Up to 35% of eligible project expenses - Grant Type: Non-repayable subsidy - Matching Requirement: Applicant must cover minimum 65% of eligible costs through own resources or other funding sources - No repayment obligation upon project completion ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - R&D personnel salaries and wages directly allocated to the AI project - Research materials and supplies - Technology acquisition and software licenses (AI-related) - Equipment purchases for research activities - Consulting and professional services (research-related) - Subcontracting costs to research partners or institutions - Project management and coordination expenses - Training and capacity-building directly tied to project objectives ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Partnership Requirement: Mandatory collaboration with an accredited Quebec research center or academic institution - Project Scope: Focus must be on artificial intelligence research and development that demonstrates innovation potential - Eligible Costs Timeline: Expenses must be incurred during the approved project period - Reporting Requirements: Progress reports and financial documentation required at specified milestones - Intellectual Property: Terms governing IP ownership between partner entities must be clearly defined in agreement - Project Completion: Funds must be used within the agreed project timeline - Audit Rights: CQDM reserves the right to audit financial records and project outcomes