Mila - Institut québécois d'intelligence artificielle is an academic research institute based in Montreal, operating as a collaboration between Université de Montréal and McGill University. Founded in 1993 by Professor Yoshua Bengio as a small laboratory at Université de Montréal, it has grown into what is described as the world's largest academic research center for deep learning, bringing together over 1,000 researchers and students.
The institute's technical work spans deep learning, machine learning, and machine learning theory, with applied research extending into healthcare, environmental sustainability, and responsible AI. Its focus sits at the intersection of fundamental science and real-world impact - advancing theoretical understanding while translating breakthroughs into practical applications.
Mila operates at the center of Quebec's AI ecosystem and draws talent internationally. The institute is built around values of scientific rigor, curiosity, collaboration, and inclusivity, and is widely recognized as a global hub for AI research.
