Federal government invests in Quebec health-tech firms

TROIS-RIVIÈRES, Que. – Evan Solomon (pictured), minister of artificial intelligence and digital innovation, last week announced funding of $13.5 million for 63 Quebec organizations. These investments were granted under the Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative (RAII), which supports projects aimed at either developing and marketing AI solutions or integrating these solutions into SMEs’ operations and activities.

These projects – some of which are healthcare IT companies – will enable businesses to innovate more quickly, better seize new business opportunities and improve their daily efficiency.

The investments in Quebec-based healthcare companies includes:

• $500,000 (repayable) for Thorasys, a pioneering technology company advancing the future of respiratory diagnostics through its proprietary Airwave Oscillometry System (AOS®). As the global leader in oscillometry innovation, Thorasys sets the standard in scientific and industrial excellence, delivering cutting-edge solutions that transform respiratory healthcare worldwide.
• $300,000 (repayable) for Lime Health, a platform designed to automate the collection and analysis of patient-reported experiences and outcomes (PREMs and PROMs) in order to support the development of personalized, value-added care in healthcare facilities around the world.
• $250,000 (repayable) for Omnimed, a company developing a shareable EMR that’s designed to be used by a wide range of healthcare professionals, from clinicians to researchers.

The full list of projects and details on the investments can be found in the related backgrounder.

“AI is a tool with the potential to improve how we work, transform health services, make economic opportunities more accessible, and much more. Our national “AI for All” strategy will enable us to ensure Canadians in all regions across the country can use AI safely and fully benefit from it. By building trust, supporting homegrown talent and businesses, and strengthening our sovereign capacity, we are positioning Canada as a global AI leader. Let us seize the opportunity of AI while ensuring it works for everyone and helps build a more prosperous future,” said AI minister Solomon.

The RAII is being implemented by CED in Quebec up to March 31, 2031. It aligns with the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy announced on June 4, 2026.

The “AI for All” strategy aims to strengthen Canada’s position as a global leader in responsible AI, and the benefits of this transformation will be broadly shared. It is about making sure AI works for all Canadians-strengthening our economy, improving public services, supporting Canadian businesses and enabling Canada to control its digital future.