PROMPT — Quantum Technologies

Q: How much funding can be received?

PROMPT — Quantum Technologies Funds up to 35% of admissible expenses, capped at $1500000 per project.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

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

PROMPT — Quantum Technologies is a Partnering and Collaboration

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

PROMPT — Quantum Technologies is funded by PROMPT

Q: 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

Q: Where is the PROMPT — Quantum Technologies available?

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

Q: Are startups eligible for the PROMPT — Quantum Technologies program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the PROMPT — Quantum Technologies program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

QC, Canada

Supports collaborative quantum technology research projects among Quebec companies

At a glance

Eligible Funding

Max. $1,500,000
Up to 35% of project cost

Timeline

Receipt of requests is suspended

Financing Type

Partnering and Collaboration

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Professional, scientific and technical services

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Suspended

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.

Financing terms and conditions

The maximum financial assistance is $1,500,000 per project, including management fees, for a period of up to 24 months.
The aid rate is up to 35% of eligible expenses for SMEs or large enterprises and up to 50% for startups.
An increased rate of up to 50% applies if at least 20% of eligible expenses are incurred by an eligible public research centre or for quantum computing platform access via PINQ2, Calcul Québec or DistriQ.
A management fee equal to 5% of eligible expenses is applied.

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.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 162,000

Launching a delivery service with fleet management and e-vehicles

$ 100,000

Developing a mobile outreach clinic for underserved populations

$ 93,000

Expanding terrace and catering kitchen for inclusive community café

$ 67,000

Implementing cloud-based accounting for improved financial management

$ 180,000

Installing solar panels for manufacturing facility renewable energy shift

$ 145,000

Upgrading dairy production equipment to increase energy efficiency

Eligibility

The company must be legally incorporated under federal or Quebec law and registered with the Registraire des entreprises du Québec.
The company must have its head office in Quebec, with employees or subcontractors working primarily from Quebec.
For SMEs: the company must have 249 or fewer employees and not be owned 50% or more by another business, and possess rights to their intellectual property.
A project must involve a group of at least two Quebec-based companies, including at least one SME or startup, with collaborative sharing of costs, benefits, and intellectual property.
Each participating company must devote expertise and resources (financial or human) to the joint research project.

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

How to apply

Validate eligibility criteria

Review eligibility requirements for SMEs, startups, and partner companies
Ensure the project meets quantum technologies innovation criteria

Assemble collaborative consortium

Form a group of at least two Quebec companies, including at least one SME or startup
Establish a collaborative agreement sharing costs, benefits, and intellectual property

Draft project application

Prepare the project application with detailed objectives, expected results, and budget
Include a cost-sharing and collaboration plan for all consortium members

Verify and finalize documentation

Contact Prompt advisers via the form for assistance or guidance
Validate all documents and obtain any required signatures

Submit the application

Submit the completed application before the deadline
Retain confirmation of submission for reference

Wait for results

Await the evaluation of your application by the program administrators
Respond to any requests for additional information if needed

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.

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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?

How much funding can be received?

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.