PARTENAR-IA — MEDTEQ+ — Academic

Developing advanced AI solutions in healthcare often requires more than internal resources—it takes strong research partnerships, significant R&D investment, and the ability to test innovations in real-world settings. For Quebec-based health technology companies looking to take on ambitious artificial intelligence projects, the PARTENAR-IA — MEDTEQ+ — Academic program offers substantial support to help move ideas toward pre-commercialization.

Delivered by MEDTEQ+, Quebec’s medical technology innovation consortium, this initiative supports collaborative AI-driven R&D projects carried out by groups of companies, often alongside public research centres. The focus is on responsible AI applications in healthcare, from improving clinical workflows to developing new digital health products and data-driven tools. Projects are expected to be structuring and impactful, with clear economic benefits and strong potential for adoption within the healthcare system. Non-repayable funding can reach close to two million dollars per project, helping cover a meaningful share of development costs over a period of up to two years.

The program is particularly relevant for startups and SMEs that want to scale their innovation efforts through collaboration, reduce technical and commercial risk, and position themselves within Quebec’s growing AI and health technology ecosystem. Applications are generally accepted through competitive calls, making preparation and alignment with program priorities essential. Exploring the full program details can help determine whether this opportunity fits your AI and healthcare innovation strategy.