AI Courses in Montreal: Online and In-Person Options (2026)
Updated 2026-11-05
People in Montreal can take AI courses through local university continuing-education units, bootcamps, or self-paced online programs. Employers in a world-known AI research community, aerospace and gaming increasingly ask for applied AI skills. Self-paced online study is the lowest-cost option and fits around work.
Learning AI in Montreal
Montreal has in-person options from local universities and colleges with fixed schedules and multi-thousand-dollar fees. Bootcamps are faster but intensive and usually cost more. Online programs remove commute and timing constraints and are open to anyone in Quebec.
Where AI skills matter in Montreal
Montreal has a deep AI research community, and Quebec's Law 25 privacy rules mean employers need staff who can deploy AI while handling personal information correctly.
How to choose a program
Compare options on what you will actually be able to do afterwards:
- Total cost, including materials and exam fees
- Schedule: fixed classes or self-paced
- Practical work you can show an employer (a capstone or portfolio project)
- Whether the credential can be verified online
- Refund terms
Employer funding
Altaris programs are delivered in English. Quebec employers should check Services Québec for current workforce training support.
Altaris online
Every Altaris program is $399 CAD one-time, self-paced, with lifetime access and a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Business seats are $199 CAD each (50% off) with a 10-seat minimum, invoiced after review.
Each program is text-based with readings, practice tasks and a reviewed capstone. You can try the free seven-day course first.
Related programs
- Diploma in AI Governance & Product$399 CAD · self-paced
- Diploma in AI Security & Cyber Risk$399 CAD · self-paced
- Diploma in LLM Systems & RAG Engineering$399 CAD · self-paced
Training a team? Seats are $199 each · Not ready? Try the free 7-day course
Common questions
- Is Altaris based in Montreal?
- No. Altaris is an online Canadian program open to learners in every province.
- Can my employer pay?
- Yes — employers can request an invoice for business seats and may qualify for provincial training grants.
- Is there a fixed schedule?
- No. All programs are self-paced with lifetime access.