Quantum Industry Canada

Quantum Industry Canada (QIC) is the national industry-led consortium of quantum technology companies and allied organizations.

Why Quantum Technologies Matter

"Quantum technologies will impact many critical industries and inspire new business models.

Diverse technologies such as quantum computing, quantum communications, quantum sensing and quantum materials have given rise to new industry players and promising solutions for end users, greater sustainability and new solutions to hitherto unsolved problems. Some of these technologies are already being deployed and others are developing at a rapid rate.

Quantum technology will eventually permeate and impact every key sector of the economy and take us into a period likely to be referred to as the ‘post-quantum era’. This is collectively creating an economic impact and a distinctive economic ecosystem driven by quantum technologies."

Pushing the next frontier of Canada's Quantum Leap

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Canada has BEEN AN Early Quantum Pioneer

Early and strategic investments by both private and public sectors have cultivated a globally recognized, vibrant, and innovative quantum ecosystem in Canada with many strengths spanning across all quantum technology verticals.

Quantum is a rapidly emerging indusTry

The quantum sector has been transitioning from an academic to a commercial setting at a rapidly increasing pace, with Canadian companies setting a number of important global milestones and commercialization designated as a core pillar of Canada’s National Quantum Strategy.

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Quantum Presents a Significant Economic Opportunity

Canada is currently home to the second highest number of quantum SMEs globally. 

The National Research Council of Canada forecasts exponential growth for the Canadian quantum industry. By 2045, it is projected to be a $139 billion industry, including all economic effects, and create over 220,000 jobs, contributing to over 3% to the nation’s GDP. 

Typically, Canada has captured 4% of the global market share in technology trades. However, with sustained leadership in quantum technologies through to 2045, Canada could potentially double its global market share to 8%.

Our MISSION

QIC’s mission is to translate the country’s quantum capabilities and strengths into business success and economic prosperity.

WHO WE ARE

At the forefront of the quantum leap, QIC connects the leading quantum entities, supportive organizations, and stakeholders across the country.

Get to know our community and see how together, we’re leading the quantum charge.

Meet our community

Our GOALS

Support

Assist Canada’s quantum industry in achieving global commercial success, facilitating access to key resources and opportunities, in addition to addressing gaps and blockers

build

Develop early global commercial pathways for our members, expanding the ecosystem through networks and strategic partnerships

Promote & Inform

Showcase Canada's quantum capabilities and growth opportunities to global stakeholders, attracting investment, talent, customers, and entrepreneurs

PRESS & NEWS

QUANTUM INDUSTRY CANADA EXPANDS ITS REACH, UNITING OVER 65 ORGANIZATIONS FOR QUANTUM PROGRESS

New members and affiliates from across the country highlight breadth and strength of Canada’s quantum value chain August 20, 2024 – Quantum Industry Canada (QIC), the national consortium dedicated to advancing the country’s quantum technology sector, is pleased to announce the continued growth of its community. This summer, five new organizations from across the quantum

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