Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

Amii is an independent, nonprofit AI research institute based in downtown Edmonton, with a national role in Canada’s Pan-Canadian AI Strategy and a growing team of research and commercialization professionals. Its industry model combines advanced research with business guidance, applied technical support, talent development, and training that helps organizations build in-house AI capabilities. The institute works with startups, established companies, governments, and post-secondary partners, creating a practical bridge from research to responsible adoption and commercialization. Funding comes from the Government of Canada and CIFAR, the Government of Alberta through Alberta Innovates, competitive grants, industry partnerships, sponsorships, and fee-for-service work. Startup and partnership programs provide additional routes to investment and company formation.