From Research to Real-World Application
Canada has emerged as a key global player in the development of artificial intelligence by fostering a unique synergy between fundamental research and industrial applications. Leading organizations such as Scale AI, Canada’s global AI innovation cluster, Mila, founded by Yoshua Bengio, as well as Amii and Vector, play a central role in this momentum.
Mila, recognized as the world’s largest academic research center in deep learning, is focused on groundbreaking scientific advances that push the boundaries of AI. In parallel, Scale AI acts as a catalyst for AI adoption across Canadian enterprises, supporting innovation and digital transformation on the ground.
A Canadian AI Model Built on Ethics and Responsibility
Beyond technical progress, Canada asserts its global leadership through a strong commitment to ethical, inclusive, and responsible AI. Institutions like CEIMIA (International Center of Expertise in Montreal on Artificial Intelligence) and IVADO are actively translating these values into concrete approaches, embedding principles of diversity, transparency, and social justice into the design of technologies.
This positioning gives Canada a credible and respected voice in major international discussions on the future of AI. It’s not just about building powerful tools—it’s about ensuring they reflect the values Canada stands for.
A Thriving, Collaboration-Driven Ecosystem
Canada’s AI sector is underpinned by a vibrant, interconnected, and fast-growing ecosystem. From Montreal to Toronto, Vancouver to Halifax and Edmonton, the country’s tech hubs attract top researchers, entrepreneurs, and international talent eager to grow in an environment that fosters creativity, research, and entrepreneurship.
This ecosystem thrives on strategic partnerships between academic institutions, research centers, startups, major companies, and governments. It is this deeply rooted collaborative culture, part of Canada’s DNA, that allows the country to compete with the world’s major tech powers.
A powerful example: the collaboration between the Vector Institute, Amii, Mila, and leading universities enables fluid knowledge transfer and skill development, fueling a national, cohesive, and innovative network.
Innovation Fueled by Public and Private Investment
One of Canada’s greatest strengths lies in its ability to rally both public and private sectors to fund high-impact AI initiatives. Programs like Scale AI, which supports the deployment of AI solutions across businesses of all sizes, help bridge the innovation gap—especially for SMEs that often lack the resources to face these technological shifts.
In parallel, national events like ALL IN, Canada’s largest gathering dedicated to AI, provide a strategic platform to connect innovators, foster collaboration, and showcase Canadian expertise to the world.
Intellectual Property: Building Collective Intelligence
To ensure long-term digital sovereignty, Canada is also betting on the structured sharing of intellectual property. Through its collaborative approach, Scale AI ensures that funded projects deliver impact beyond their immediate beneficiaries—creating open use cases that enrich the entire ecosystem across all industries.
This model of collective intelligence accelerates knowledge-sharing, drives innovation forward, and enhances Canada’s competitiveness on the global stage.
Canadian AI: Open to The World
While Canada values local innovation, it remains deeply engaged in global cooperation. Through cross-border partnerships, participation in international standards, and support for high-impact societal projects, Canada plays an active role in shaping a global, responsible, and interoperable AI landscape.
As Julien Billot, CEO of Scale AI, noted: “We’ve funded more than 130 projects to date, for a total value of $600 million.”
These efforts not only position Canada as a pioneer in critical sectors like health, finance, and logistics but also enable the development of export-ready AI products capable of global impact.
ALL IN: A Catalyst for Homegrown AI
In this shifting landscape, ALL IN represents the face of a Canada confidently stepping into the AI revolution—with ambition, clarity, and openness. By gathering more than 40 international delegations, researchers, leaders, policymakers, and innovators, ALL IN has become a critical rallying point.
But this is more than just an event. It is a strategic lever for structuring Canada’s AI ecosystem, showcasing homegrown talent, and nurturing long-term collaborations.
As Isabelle Turcotte, co-founder and CEO of ALL IN, emphasized: “As Canadians, we should be proud of the artificial intelligence we’re building here at home. Our talent, researchers, and solution providers have earned their place on the international stage and are shining through their innovations—with tangible benefits for our economy. ALL IN is a moment to celebrate this ambition.”
