Methodology & Data Dictionary
Understanding the data from the Public Portrait of AI in Quebec's Public Administration
Data Description
The data contains the name of the IT asset, project or AI initiative, its category, the responsible public organization, the ministerial portfolio to which the organization belongs, the associated benefits, and its status.
AI Categories
Decision Support, Planning and/or Prediction
AI system primarily used as a tool for decision support, planning, or making predictions.
Behavior / Sentiment Analysis
AI system primarily used for behavior analysis or sentiment analysis.
Conversational Assistant / Agent
AI system using natural language communication, primarily used for assistance with specific tasks or to maintain a conversation with a user.
Automation
AI system primarily used for automating defined and targeted tasks and/or processes.
User Experience — Personalization
AI system primarily used for improving user experience on platforms or websites (e.g., facilitating searches, personalizing content).
AI-Assisted Training and Learning
AI system primarily used for training and learning assistance.
Geomatics and Geospatial Management
AI system used for forestry, geological, cartographic, and geomatics management.
Laboratory and Equipment
Initiative or project aimed at establishing an experimentation laboratory and/or acquiring IT equipment dedicated to AI development.
Connected Electronic Systems and Ambient Intelligence
AI system integrated into initiatives or projects aimed at implementing intelligent electronic systems, ambient intelligence, or connected objects.
Image Processing
AI system primarily used for image processing and analysis.
Project Statuses
Solution Development
This status covers projects or initiatives at the development/acquisition stage or in the testing and validation phase of an AI system development cycle.
Solution in Production
This status covers projects or initiatives at the deployment/integration stage or in the maintenance and support phase of an AI system development cycle.
Information Unavailable
This status indicates that the information could not be confirmed by the organization responsible for the project or initiative.
Source: Public Portrait of AI Use in Quebec's Public Administration — Données Québec — CC-BY 4.0 License
Overview
Global comparison of AI adoption between 2024 and 2025
Total Number of AI Projects
Public Organizations Involved
Key Indicators Summary
| Indicator | 2024 | 2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| AI Projects | 168 | 258 | +90 (+54%) |
| Organizations Involved | 65 | 82 | +17 (+26%) |
| Avg. projects / organization | 2,6 | 3,1 | +0,5 (+19%) |
| Projects in Production | 82 (49%) | 132 (51%) | +50 (+61%) |
| Projects in Development | 81 (48%) | 115 (45%) | +34 (+42%) |
AI Categories
Distribution and evolution of project types
Comparison by Category — 2024 vs 2025
Absolute Change by Category
Key Takeaway: The category Image Processing / Medical Imaging did not exist in 2024 and already has 27 projects in 2025, reflecting the massive entry of the healthcare network.
Public Organizations
The most active players and new entrants
Top 10 Most Active Organizations in AI (2025)
58 New Organizations in 2025
Sector Distribution of New Entrants
Project Maturity
Production vs Development: AI moves from lab to field
Status 2024
Status 2025
Production vs Development — Comparison
Conclusion : Despite the massive influx of new projects, the maturity rate holds steady — 51% in production. AI is no longer a pilot project in Quebec's public administration.
Ministerial Portfolios
Which ministries are leading the AI transformation?
AI Projects by Portfolio — 2024 vs 2025
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