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Building Canada's Quantum Future, Today
Quantum Industry Canada (QIC) is the country’s business-led consortium transforming Canada’s quantum excellence into strategic advantage and commercial success.
We unite industry leaders and strategic partners to accelerate innovation and build a resilient quantum economy that advances Canada’s security, prosperity, and global leadership.
Our Members and Affiliates
QIC's Mission
To translate Canada’s quantum capabilities and strengths into global business success, national prosperity, and long-term security.
The Power of Quantum Technologies
Just as digital technology revolutionized our world, quantum is emerging as humanity’s next great technology platform.
By harnessing nature’s most fundamental properties, quantum technologies are transforming what’s possible in computing, secure communications, and sensing.
Our growing mastery of quantum mechanics has already given us transformational technologies like transistors, lasers, GPS, and MRI machines.
Now, we’re entering a new era where precise control of quantum effects will unlock extraordinary capabilities across industries — from designing sustainable materials atom by atom to creating virtually unhackable communications networks and sensors that can see the previously invisible.
Canada's Quantum Edge
PIONEERING
ECOSYSTEM
Leading the world with the highest density of ventures across quantum computing, communications, sensing, quantum-safe security, and enabling technologies—built on decades of strategic investment.
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COMPREHENSIVE CAPABILITIES
Leading-edge expertise spanning quantum technologies, post-quantum cryptography, and critical enabling solutions, powered by world-class research institutions and commercial leaders.
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TOP TALENT & CONNECTIVITY
Home to world-class quantum researchers and entrepreneurs, while attracting global talent and fostering international partnerships that accelerate commercialization.
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Canada's Quantum Opportunity
Driving Economic Prosperity
Building a quantum industry set to exceed 3% of Canada's GDP by 2045—representing $139 billion in economic activity and creating more than 209,000 high-value jobs across the country.
Accelerating Innovation
Building a world-class quantum value chain that connects Canadian innovation to global markets, from breakthrough technologies to commercial applications that solve real-world challenges.
Advancing National Interests
Strengthening Canada's strategic partnerships, enhancing defence and security capabilities, and securing our position as a trusted leader in the emerging quantum economy.
How QIC Drives Progress
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SUPPORT INDUSTRY GROWTH
QIC strengthens Canada’s quantum industry by facilitating access to key resources and opportunities.
Through collective action, we address common challenges and create conditions for our members’ success in the global quantum economy.
02
BUILD STRATEGIC PATHWAYS
QIC develops domestic and international commercial opportunities for Canada’s quantum sector.
We bring together industry leaders to expand market opportunities and forge partnerships that benefit the entire sector.
03
CHAMPION CANADIAN INNOVATION
QIC showcases Canada’s quantum capabilities to decision-makers and global markets, positioning our industry for success.
Through strategic advocacy and ecosystem development, we attract investment, talent, and partnerships that advance Canada’s quantum advantage.
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2026: The Year of Quantum Security
Quantum Industry Canada (QIC) is proud to be a Supporting Partner of the 2026 Year of Quantum Security (YSQ2026), a global initiative focused on preparing society for the security implications of quantum technologies.
As quantum capabilities advance, quantum readiness is becoming essential to economic security, national security, and trust in digital systems.
Through YSQ2026, partners worldwide are working together to advance understanding, foster proactive collaboration, and accelerate readiness for the quantum era, ensuring security keeps pace with quantum innovation.
