Quantum Industry Canada (QIC), the national industry-led consortium dedicated to advancing Canada’s quantum technology sector, announced today the addition of three organizations that strengthen crucial links in Canada’s quantum value chain. ACA TMetrix, the University of Waterloo’s Institute for Quantum Computing, and the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics bring distinct capabilities that enrich Canada’s quantum landscape and expand QIC’s collaborative reach.

On October 11, 2024, the International Council of Quantum Industry Associations (ICQIA) submitted a letter to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, urging the prioritization of quantum technologies during Canada’s G7 Presidency in 2025 which coincides with the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology.

Today, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) unveiled groundbreaking quantum-resistant cryptography standards designed to withstand the looming threat of quantum computing — and this development is more than just a technical footnote — it’s a call to action.

The International Council of Quantum Industry Associations (ICQIA) met in person and joined in a panel discussion during Q-Expo in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, hosted by the European Quantum Industry Consortium (QuIC), marking a significant milestone for our quantum community and partners.

On May 29, 2024, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, in collaboration with Quantum Industry Canada (QIC) and Canada’s National Quantum Strategy Secretariat, initiated and hosted a landmark virtual roundtable, with a cross-section of Canadian Chamber members, to introduce quantum technologies to forward-thinking business leaders nationwide.

Distriq – Zone d’Innovation Quantique, Quebec Quantique, Qubic Technologies, Exaion, Numana, and QV Studio join Quantum Industry Canada

New members highlight Waterloo Region’s strengths in translating cutting-edge research to market applications

On May 27, 2024, Quantum Industry Canada (QIC) filed a submission to Finance Canada for the second phase of the consultations on the (Scientific Research and Experimental Development) SR&ED program.