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PROMPT — Quantum Technologies

Supports collaborative quantum technology research projects among Quebec companies
PROMPT
Last Update: April 13, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,500,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : April 13, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada

Overview

The PROMPT — Quantum Technologies grant funds collaborative research and development projects in quantum technologies involving at least two Quebec-based companies, including at least one SME or startup. The program offers up to $1.5 million per project to support innovation, cost-sharing, and shared intellectual property among business partners.
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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
  • Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 1,500,000 $
  • Up to 35% of project cost
Timeline
  • Closing date : April 13, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
  • Quebec
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • $ 50,000,000 maximum revenue
Organisation size
  • 249 employees maximum
Audience
  • Startups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Collaborative research and development projects in quantum technologies involving at least two Quebec-based companies, including at least one SME or innovative startup.
  • Projects that leverage recent advancements in quantum technologies to drive business innovation and value creation.
  • Initiatives that aim to enhance Quebec's leadership in the field of quantum technologies through industrial collaboration.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Quebec-based small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in quantum technologies
  • Quebec-based startups operating in quantum technologies
  • Groups of at least two Quebec companies collaborating on quantum technology research projects (at least one must be an SME or a startup)

Who is not eligible

  • Companies that are not legally constituted under Canadian or Quebec laws or not registered with the Quebec Enterprise Register.
  • Businesses whose head office and main workforce are not based in Quebec.
  • Enterprises owned 50% or more by other companies.
  • Academic organizations (for this program, as the academic stream is no longer available).

Eligible expenses

  • Expenses incurred by an eligible public research centre, provided these represent at least 20% of the project’s total eligible expenses.
  • Expenses for access to quantum computing platforms via PINQ2, Calcul Québec, and DistriQ.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Quebec

Additional information

  • The program is currently on pause; the next application deadline will be announced at a later date.
  • Management fees of 5% of eligible project expenses apply and are included in the maximum grant amount.
  • Expenses not covered by this grant may still qualify for tax credits such as the Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax credit, subject to standard program criteria.
  • The program partners include PINQ2 and DistriQ, and it is financially supported by Quebec's Ministry of Economy, Innovation and Energy.

Frequently Asked Questions about the PROMPT — Quantum Technologies Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the PROMPT — Quantum Technologies. 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 PROMPT — Quantum Technologies?

The PROMPT — Quantum Technologies grant funds collaborative research and development projects in quantum technologies involving at least two Quebec-based companies, including at least one SME or startup. The program offers up to $1.5 million per project to support innovation, cost-sharing, and shared intellectual property among business partners.

How much funding can be received?

PROMPT — Quantum Technologies Funds up to 35% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,500,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the PROMPT — Quantum Technologies program?

To be eligible for the PROMPT — Quantum Technologies program, you must: Be legally constituted under federal or Quebec law and registered with the Quebec Business Register Have head office and main operations in Quebec Have 249 or fewer employees (PME) and be owned less than 50% by other businesses

What expenses are eligible under PROMPT — Quantum Technologies?

Collaborative research and development projects in quantum technologies involving at least two Quebec-based companies, including at least one SME or innovative startup. Projects that leverage recent advancements in quantum technologies to drive business innovation and value creation. Initiatives that aim to enhance Quebec's leadership in the field of quantum technologies through industrial collaboration.

Where is the PROMPT — Quantum Technologies available?

The PROMPT — Quantum Technologies program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the PROMPT — Quantum Technologies a grant, loan, or tax credit?

PROMPT — Quantum Technologies is a Partnering and Collaboration

Who are the financial supporters of the PROMPT — Quantum Technologies?

PROMPT — Quantum Technologies is funded by PROMPT

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