A Shared Success: How Amii and the U of A drive Alberta’s AI leadership

Source: | · AMII · | July 4, 2025

Smart cities and smart grids

Alberta isn’t just on the global AI stage; we’re leading it, and a recent ranking serves as strong validation. The University of Alberta has been recognized as the #1 university in Canada and #53 globally for artificial intelligence in the U.S. News 2025-2026 Best Global Universities Rankings. The ranking assessed the research strength and academic reputation of 2250 institutions worldwide, and is a testament to a deep-rooted commitment to AI, driven significantly by key collaborative efforts by Amii and the University of Alberta.

The achievement is evidence that the foundational AI advancements happening in Alberta are making a world-leading impact. "This recognition highlights Amii’s vital role in the fundamental AI advancements made by our researchers at the University of Alberta,” says Cam Linke, Amii CEO. “We're proud to work with the U of A to advance AI in the world's most impactful areas, solidifying Alberta as a global leader in AI science and its practical uses. This success speaks volumes about the early and significant investment in AI within Alberta and the ambitious work we continue to do."

Deepening Research Capacity and Attracting Top Talent

Amii's dedication to fostering world-class AI talent is evident in its growing research capacity. The institute proudly supports 29 CIFAR AI Chairs and 13 Fellows at the University of Alberta. This exceptional group includes visionaries such as a Turing Laureate, five CAICA Lifetime Achievement Award recipients, a TED Talk Fellow, and many other esteemed researchers. This collective of world-leading scientists serves as a powerful magnet, attracting top AI talent from around the globe to pursue their ambitious research right here in Alberta.