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Quantum Internetworking Challenge program
Support for collaborative quantum networking projects
Last Update: June 18, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
This program supports collaborative quantum networking projects with up to $500,000 per recipient over 3 years. It funds research, development, demonstrations and integration work that advances quantum network technologies and aligns with NRC priorities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collaborative research projects in quantum networking
- Development of quantum materials, components and devices
- Work on interfaces, transducers and interconnects
- Systems integration and quantum network demonstrations
Documents Needed
- Expression of interest form
- Full project proposal template
- NRC workplan
- NRC project workbook
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Academic institutions
- Research institutions
- Not-for-profit research organizations
- Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises
- International collaborators, if the project benefits Canada
Eligible expenses
- Personnel salaries for project work
- Consumables, supplies and project materials
- Equipment purchases, including eligible research equipment and IT
- Travel and accommodation for project execution
- Contracted professional services and indirect costs up to 10%
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Land purchases
- Leasehold interest
- Property taxes
- Taxes subject to refunds, rebates or credits
- Costs incurred or paid by the NRC
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Processing and Agreement
- EOIs are reviewed for eligibility and fit with the call
- Selected applicants are invited to submit a full project proposal
- Full proposals undergo due diligence, verification and peer review
- Applicants are notified of the outcome
- Approved projects require a collaborative research and funding agreement before funding starts
Additional information
- EOI applicants may be invited to submit a full project proposal.
- Projects supported under this call benefit from NRC assets and scientific expertise.
- Applicants may need to provide supplementary information during review.
- The project requires a collaborative research and funding agreement if approved.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Quantum Internetworking Challenge program Program
What is the Quantum Internetworking Challenge program?
This program supports collaborative quantum networking projects with up to $500,000 per recipient over 3 years. It funds research, development, demonstrations and integration work that advances quantum network technologies and aligns with NRC priorities.
Who is eligible for the Quantum Internetworking Challenge program program?
To be eligible for the Quantum Internetworking Challenge program program, you must:
Collaborative project with NRC
At least one NRC researcher
Aligned with call priorities
What expenses are eligible under Quantum Internetworking Challenge program?
Collaborative research projects in quantum networking
Development of quantum materials, components and devices
Work on interfaces, transducers and interconnects
Systems integration and quantum network demonstrations
Who can I contact for more information about the Quantum Internetworking Challenge program?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC).
Where is the Quantum Internetworking Challenge program available?
The Quantum Internetworking Challenge program program is available across Canada.
Is the Quantum Internetworking Challenge program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Quantum Internetworking Challenge program is a undefined
Who are the financial supporters of the Quantum Internetworking Challenge program?
Quantum Internetworking Challenge program is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC)