Grants and Contributions:
Title:
ML - Powered WhatsApp Remittance Agent
Agreement Number:
1036754
Agreement Value:
$60,000.00
Agreement Date:
Nov 5, 2025 - May 5, 2026
Description:
The project aims to integrate machine learning into Africhange's WhatsApp agent to enhance remittance services for Canadian customers. It will improve the efficiency and accuracy of chat-based remittance workflows by automating key tasks and enabling more flexible, natural interactions.
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 T5J 3S9
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q3-1036754
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
710970914
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
Africhange Technologies Limited
Federal Riding Name:
Edmonton Centre
Federal Riding Number:
48014
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:
52232