CRIM —Support

For Quebec businesses exploring advanced artificial intelligence but unsure how to move from concept to real-world impact, CRIM — Support offers hands-on expertise that goes well beyond traditional funding. Delivered by the Computer Research Institute of Montreal, this initiative is designed for organizations that want practical guidance, technical intervention, and applied research support to develop, test, and deploy innovative AI-driven solutions in a responsible way.

CRIM works directly with companies on experimental development projects, helping them turn research into usable technologies while managing the ethical, legal, and technical risks that often come with AI adoption. As Quebec’s oldest AI research centre, CRIM brings deep experience in areas like language technologies, biometrics, and data-intensive systems, using a “Trust by Design” approach that embeds security, explainability, and compliance from the earliest stages of development. Support can include expert advice, collaborative applied research, and direct involvement from CRIM specialists, with non-repayable funding structured around the scope and needs of each project.

This support is particularly relevant for organizations developing AI systems that must meet high standards for reliability, transparency, and regulatory compliance. Businesses interested in leveraging research expertise while reducing development risk will want to explore how CRIM — Support could fit into their innovation strategy and what level of support may be available for their specific project.