Enabling Better Health through Artificial Intelligence (AI-Better Health)

Turning artificial intelligence into real-world health impact is a growing priority for organizations working at the intersection of healthcare and technology. In Alberta, the Enabling Better Health through Artificial Intelligence (AI-Better Health) initiative was created to help close the gap between promising AI concepts and practical solutions that improve health outcomes for Albertans. Led by Alberta Innovates, the program supports ambitious projects that apply data-driven and AI-enabled approaches to address meaningful challenges within the healthcare system.

The program is geared toward collaborative, high-impact projects involving healthcare expertise alongside technical innovation. Alberta-based small and medium-sized businesses, larger enterprises, nonprofits, and research organizations may find this opportunity particularly relevant if they are developing AI tools that can influence clinical decision-making, health system efficiency, or population health outcomes. Funding support can reach up to roughly $800,000 per project over multiple years, helping teams advance research, validate solutions, and demonstrate measurable benefits. Beyond funding, the initiative reinforces Alberta’s position as a leader in applied artificial intelligence and health innovation on an international stage.

For organizations exploring how AI can drive tangible improvements in health and wellness, understanding how this program is structured, what types of projects align best, and how Alberta Innovates evaluates proposals can make a meaningful difference when planning next steps.