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Call for Proposals in Quantum Commercialization
Co-investment for quantum technology commercialization
Funding available
Up to 40% of project cost
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Up to $7 million in co-investment supports the commercialization and adoption of quantum technologies. The program backs pilot projects, market validation, and early customer adoption in quantum sensing, communications, and computing.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Increase production or service capacity
Eligible Funding
- Up to 40% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Public or Parapublic institution
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- 500 employees maximum
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Economic, Social and Community Development
- Employment and Training
- Business Associations
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- Mixed revenue (50%+ earned)
Scope
- National
- International
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Early commercialization of Canadian quantum technology solutions
- Adoption pilots with early adopter customers
- Product-market fit validation in real conditions
- Improvements or new developments to support commercialization
Documents Needed
- Expression of Interest submission
- Full Project Proposal package
- Project budget and funding sources
- IP rationale and IP plan
- Master Project Agreement template review
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- For-profit organizations
- Eligible not-for-profit organizations funded mainly by private-sector or industry organizations
- Non-federal Crown corporations with commercial revenue
- Indigenous organizations
Who is not eligible
- Most other not-for-profit organizations
- Post-secondary and research institutions
- Federal Crown corporations
- Government departments and agencies
- Non-Canadian organizations seeking direct co-investment
Eligible expenses
- Direct labour, wages, and benefits for project work
- Equipment, materials, supplies, and facility rentals
- Travel, conferences, telecommunication, and dissemination costs
- Cybersecurity, insurance, capital expenditures, and foreign costs pre-approved by DIGITAL
- IP protection and commercial agreement costs for eligible SMEs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before project approval
- Taxes, including GST/HST/PST and foreign taxes
- Construction or purchase of buildings or land
- Litigation, restructuring, lobbying, gifts, and entertainment costs
- General overhead and routine operating expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- International partners may participate in consortia
Selection criteria
- Team and management plan (25%)
- Commercial impact (35%)
- Technology innovation (25%)
- Ecosystem impact (15%)
How to apply
- Step 1: Review program guidelines
- Review the program guide and co-investment guidelines.
- Confirm project fit, eligibility, and consortium readiness.
- Step 2: Submit Expression of Interest
- The lead organization submits the EOI using the template and instructions provided.
- Complete submissions are reviewed for eligibility, fit, and readiness.
- Step 3: Submit Full Project Proposal
- If invited, the lead organization submits the Full Project Proposal package.
- The consortium develops and submits the proposal together.
- Step 4: Sign agreement if selected
- Successful applicants receive a decision letter.
- Selected consortia sign the Master Project Agreement within 60 days.
Processing and Agreement
- Expression of Interest is reviewed first for eligibility, fit, and readiness.
- Qualified applicants are invited to submit a Full Project Proposal.
- Eligible Full Project Proposals are evaluated by an independent Project Selection Committee.
- Digital makes the final investment decision and sends a decision letter by email.
- Selected consortia must sign a Master Project Agreement within 60 days.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed on a continuous-intake basis.
- Only qualified applicants are invited to submit a full proposal.
- Selected consortia must sign a Master Project Agreement.
- A non-disclosure agreement template is available for consortia.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Call for Proposals in Quantum Commercialization Program
What is the Call for Proposals in Quantum Commercialization?
Up to $7 million in co-investment supports the commercialization and adoption of quantum technologies. The program backs pilot projects, market validation, and early customer adoption in quantum sensing, communications, and computing.
How much funding can be received?
Call for Proposals in Quantum Commercialization Funds up to 40% of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Call for Proposals in Quantum Commercialization program?
To be eligible for the Call for Proposals in Quantum Commercialization program, you must:
Consortium of at least three organizations
Industry-led project
At least one Canadian SME
What expenses are eligible under Call for Proposals in Quantum Commercialization?
Early commercialization of Canadian quantum technology solutions
Adoption pilots with early adopter customers
Product-market fit validation in real conditions
Improvements or new developments to support commercialization
Who can I contact for more information about the Call for Proposals in Quantum Commercialization?
You can contact Canada's Digital Technology Cluster (DIGITAL) by email at proposal-support@digitalsupercluster.ca.
Where is the Call for Proposals in Quantum Commercialization available?
The Call for Proposals in Quantum Commercialization program is available across Canada.
Is the Call for Proposals in Quantum Commercialization a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Call for Proposals in Quantum Commercialization is a Partnering and Collaboration