Grants and Contributions:
Title:
AI-Powered Solutions for Scalable and Automated Pavement and Sidewalk Management Using Image and LiDAR Data
Agreement Number:
1031766
Agreement Value:
$100,000.00
Agreement Date:
Jun 1, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
This project will develop AI tools to detect and assess pavement and sidewalk defects using camera and LiDAR data. It will provide predictive insights and condition indexes to help cities transition to proactive maintenance, reduce costs, extend asset life, and improve safety and accessibility.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Location:
Edmonton, Alberta, CA T6W 2M8
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q1-1031766
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
760724609
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
CityScan Technologies Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Edmonton Riverbend
Federal Riding Number:
48018
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
Program Purpose:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Coverage:
IRAP Contributions to Firms projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.
NAICS Code:
54171