Canadian Government Invests Over $1.3 Million to Boost AI Innovation in Saskatchewan
Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan), today announced over $1.3 million in funding to support three Saskatchewan-based businesses in adopting artificial intelligence (AI) to drive innovation and economic growth. The investments, aimed at accelerating AI adoption and digital transformation, are part of Canada’s broader strategy to maintain its global leadership in AI and foster sustainable economic development. The funding, provided through PrairiesCan’s Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII) and Business Scale-up and Productivity (BSP) program, will support projects that enhance productivity, create jobs, and position Canadian businesses to compete in critical sectors such as agriculture, clean technology, and digital innovation. The initiatives are expected to generate 50 new jobs and contribute $30.5 million in revenue growth, including $5.6 million in exports. Details of the Investments: Driving Canada’s AI AdvantageToday’s…


