Montréal is emerging as a leader in the fast-moving environment of quantum technologies. The city brings together cutting-edge research, world-renowned institutions and a structured ecosystem, laying the foundation for a major hub in quantum development.
Building on its strengths in artificial intelligence, microelectronics and optics-photonics, Montréal combines the critical expertise needed to unlock quantum’s full potential and accelerate its real-world applications.
This natural leadership is why global innovators such as Whenela and Ericsson have chosen Montréal for their R&D activities.
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Why invest in quantum technologies in Montréal?
Investing in Montréal means gaining access to a critical mass of talent, infrastructure and public investment designed to turn quantum breakthroughs into business opportunities.
- A strong community connecting academia, startups and support organizations
- Leading research centres including Mila, the Tensor Institute, the Institut quantique and C2MI
- Internationally recognized experts such as Gilles Brassard, Claude Crépeau, Nicolas Godbout, Soumaya Cherkaoui and Roberto Morandotti
- A sector supported by significant public investments, notably through Canada’s National Quantum Strategy
- A major innovation hub offering a wide range of incentives to support research and investment
Gilles Brassard: Pioneer of quantum cryptography
Gilles Brassard is a pioneer of quantum cryptography. Admitted to Université de Montréal’s computer science program at age 13, he co-developed, alongside Charles H. Bennett, the BB84 protocol, a breakthrough enabling secure communications based on the laws of physics.
In 2026, he was awarded the A.M. Turing Award, the highest distinction in computer science.
At the intersection of AI and quantum, Montréal’s ecosystem continues to grow thanks to Mila‘s partnerships. Find below a few examples.
Quandela
Develops hybrid technologies combining AI and quantum computing.
Zapata AI
Advances generative modelling for industrial applications using quantum and classical algorithms.
Agnostiq
Bridges computing and machine learning communities.
Pasqal
Enhances generative modelling through quantum AI.
Multiverse Computing
Leverages quantum methods to accelerate AI and machine learning.
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