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Alliance Quantum grants call for proposals: Advancing the development and adoption of quantum technologies in Canada
Funding for collaborative quantum technology projects
Last Update: June 4, 2026
Funding available
$ 100,000 - $ 650,000
Timeline
- Closing date : July 27, 2026
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports collaborative quantum research and adoption projects in Canada, with grants from $100,000 to $650,000 per year for up to two years. It funds projects that advance quantum technologies such as computing, communications, sensing, materials, and post-quantum cryptography.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 650,000 $
- Minimum amount : 100,000 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : July 27, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative research to advance quantum technologies in Canada.
- Development of quantum algorithms, encryption, communications, computing, materials, or sensing.
- Research that translates quantum science results into practical benefits for Canada.
- Training activities for undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral researchers.
Documents Needed
- Letter of intent template
- Personal data form with CCV attachment (Form 100A)
- Full application proposal template
- Risk assessment form, if private sector partners are involved
- STRAC Attestation form for named researchers
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian university researchers eligible to receive NSERC funds.
- Academic co-applicants eligible for NSERC funding.
- College faculty as co-applicants.
- Adjunct professors whose primary employment is in Canada outside the university sector.
Who is not eligible
- Organizations outside the university research applicant profile.
- Researchers who are not eligible to receive NSERC funds.
- Applicants proposing secret research.
- Applicants proposing contract research.
Eligible expenses
- Direct research costs, including salaries for students, postdoctoral researchers, technicians, and research professionals.
- Materials and supplies needed for the project.
- Collaboration and knowledge mobilization activities linked to the project.
- Project-related equipment, if essential and incremental.
- Project management costs up to 10% of total direct research costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Secret research.
- Contract research.
- Purchases from partner organizations using NSERC funds or partner cash contributions.
- Travel and subsistence costs for partner organization personnel.
- Expenses incurred by collaborators, including their travel-related costs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- NSERC first completes an administrative assessment of the full application.
- Applications then undergo peer review and merit assessment.
- National security risk assessment may apply for private-sector partnerships.
- Funding decisions are made competitively, based on merit and risk assessment where applicable.
- If approved, an award letter is issued with the grant terms and conditions.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed through a competitive peer-review process.
- A research agreement on intellectual property is recommended after approval.
- Funding decisions are expected by the end of March 2027.
- Subsequent instalments depend on continued need and compliance with award conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Alliance Quantum grants call for proposals: Advancing the development and adoption of quantum technologies in Canada Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alliance Quantum grants call for proposals: Advancing the development and adoption of quantum technologies in Canada. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Alliance Quantum grants call for proposals: Advancing the development and adoption of quantum technologies in Canada?
This program supports collaborative quantum research and adoption projects in Canada, with grants from $100,000 to $650,000 per year for up to two years. It funds projects that advance quantum technologies such as computing, communications, sensing, materials, and post-quantum cryptography.
How much funding can be received?
Alliance Quantum grants call for proposals: Advancing the development and adoption of quantum technologies in Canada Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $650,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Alliance Quantum grants call for proposals: Advancing the development and adoption of quantum technologies in Canada program?
To be eligible for the Alliance Quantum grants call for proposals: Advancing the development and adoption of quantum technologies in Canada program, you must:
Canadian university researcher eligible for NSERC funds
Project must advance NQS missions
Requires active partner involvement
What expenses are eligible under Alliance Quantum grants call for proposals: Advancing the development and adoption of quantum technologies in Canada?
Collaborative research to advance quantum technologies in Canada.
Development of quantum algorithms, encryption, communications, computing, materials, or sensing.
Research that translates quantum science results into practical benefits for Canada.
Training activities for undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral researchers.
Who can I contact for more information about the Alliance Quantum grants call for proposals: Advancing the development and adoption of quantum technologies in Canada?
You can contact Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) by email at alliance_quantumquantique@nserc-crsng.gc.ca or by phone at 1-855-275-2861.
Where is the Alliance Quantum grants call for proposals: Advancing the development and adoption of quantum technologies in Canada available?
The Alliance Quantum grants call for proposals: Advancing the development and adoption of quantum technologies in Canada program is available across Canada.
Is the Alliance Quantum grants call for proposals: Advancing the development and adoption of quantum technologies in Canada a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alliance Quantum grants call for proposals: Advancing the development and adoption of quantum technologies in Canada is a Researchers And Facilities