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Title:
AUTOMATED MONITORING OF INSECTS: LEVERAGING HIGH-RESOLUTION CAMERA SYSTEMS AND AI TO DETECT AND IDENTIFY INSECTS ACROSS CANADA
Agreement Number:
GC-130750S
Agreement Value:
$149,500.00
Agreement Date:
Dec 19, 2025 - Mar 31, 2031
Description:
The objective of this Project is to leverage deployments of camera sensors and AI algorithms to improve our ability to detect and survey insects at scale for biodiversity data and phytosanitary purposes.
Organization:
Natural Resources Canada
Expected Results:

A machine learning pipeline and tool that can be used to automate insect detection, identification, and data management. An experimental approach and proof of concept that automation of insect detection and identification systems can be used effectively to collect data on pest (native and non-native) insect species and forest biodiversity.

Location:
MONTREAL, Quebec, CA H3A 0G4
Reference Number:
115-2025-2026-Q3-18093
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
119128981
Recipient Type:
Academia
Additional Information:

Grant or contribution awarded and spanning more than one fiscal year.

Recipient's Legal Name:
MCGILL UNIVERSITY
Program:
Small Scale Research
Program Purpose:

To encourage and accelerate innovation in the natural resources sectors; to assist in the protection of our natural resources; to encourage and develop new and more efficient techniques and technology for sustainable development of our natural resources; and, to provide for a better understanding and knowledge of our natural resources.