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Last Updated: February 1st, 2026

Montreal Artificial Intelligence


Strengths


Outlook Montreal's strong reputation for prestigious universities and research culture attracts students and scientists from many corners around the world. This high quality talent influx combined with a relatively affordable lifestyle makes Montreal one of the most desirable places for artificial intelligence companies in the education, research, and robotics industries to plant roots.


Snapshot

  • The Montreal metropolitan area is home to over 250 companies developing artificial intelligence technologies.
  • There are around 120 AI startups in Montreal.
  • Montreal-based Mila is the world's largest artificial intelligence deep learning research institute that brings together over 1,400 researchers specializing in machine learning from the University of Montreal and McGill University.
  • Montreal employs more than 15,000 artificial intelligence professionals.
  • Montreal is home to more than 20 robotics companies developing autonomous systems, robots, drones, and intelligent machines.