Description:

We are pleased to invite your organization to participate in the FastLane Machine Learning Associates (MLA) Program, Cohort 10 (Winter 2026), a 4-month program aimed at accelerating your AI R&D initiatives. In collaboration with the Vector Institute, this initiative provides a unique opportunity to tap into emerging AI talent and develop a proof of concept tailored to your specific use case.

Our upcoming cohort will focus on Agentic AI and Generative AI.

Key Benefits

Investment in AI R&D: Leverage Vector’s resources for proof-of-concept development in Agentic AI applications.

Top-Tier AI Talent: Access a curated pool of Master’s and PhD graduates specializing in Generative AI, intelligent systems, and automation.

Specialized Expertise: Benefit from Vector’s technical guidance in agent architectures, memory and planning modules, and safe system design — plus professional project management support

To qualify for this opportunity, you must:

• Have signed up to Vector Institute’s startup initiative, FastLane; you can apply here
• Operates as a Canadian-controlled private corporation (CCPC)
• Have available data and potential use cases related to Generative AI – Agentic AI
• Have between 1 – 500 employees; meeting the definition of Small and Medium-sized Enterprise (SME) according to Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
• Demonstrate from the executive management team interest and commitment in the transformational impact of AI

Please contact mla.winter@vectorinstitute.ai with any questions.

Disclaimer: This event is open to FastLane companies. If a registration is found not to be eligible, it will be asked to provide verification and, if unable to do so, will not be able to attend the event.