Preparing Canada for the swift adoption of quantum technology
Quantum Technologies
Quantum technologies are emerging technologies that exploit the laws of quantum mechanics to create novel devices and protocols. These new quantum devices may not only perform better than their classical counterpart, but they will also revolutionize fields such as computing, communication, and sensing.
For instance,
- Quantum computers may be able to solve problems that are too complex or impossible to solve by classical computers. Applications include the development of new chemicals and materials that are crucial to the development of clean technologies.
- Quantum communication allows for secure transmission of information and to detect the presence of an eavesdropper, attempting to steal information.
- Quantum sensors leverage quantum phenomena to build highly sensitive apparatus to enable applications ranging from novel navigation systems to better disease understanding through spectroscopy at the single-cell level.
In 2021, the Government of Canada launched the National Quantum Strategy, committing to invest $360 million to strengthen Canada’s position as a global leader in the development of quantum research and science, and to drive the adoption and commercialization of quantum technologies.
FABrIC Members can leverage the Innovation Platform to accelerate the development, adoption and commercialization of quantum-ready products and solutions. FABrIC’s Innovation platform offers its members access to device design & prototyping, quantum computing infrastructure, and unique hands-on training & reskilling opportunities. In addition, IP resources and specialized technical expertise are available to empower academics, startups and SMEs at every stage of their quantum journey.
Device Design and Prototyping
Access state of the art computer aided design and simulation tools
Tools are available for FABrIC Members that are academics in Canada and have a Subscription with CMC Microsystems.
Participate in cost-shared fabrication runs for superconducting and silicon photonics quantum devices
- Access process design kits with foundry specific fabrication processes
- Access design rule checking services to verify designs against foundry constraints
- Foundry technologies available
- Aluminum- and Niobium-based superconducting quantum devices (VTT, 3iT pending)
- Silicon on Insulator (AMF)
- Silicon Nitride (ANT, AMF)
- Photonics (ANT, AMF, GF)
- Microelectronics (GF, TSMC, ST)
- SiGe (UBC, NRC, 3iT in development)
Learn more about prototyping options, packaging services and support offered through CMC Microsystems.
Quantum Services
Quantum Computing Infrastructure
FABrIC Members and SMEs in Canada have access to quantum coding services that will assist to identify relevant use cases that can generate business value and competitive advantage. Leveraging the knowledge and experience of the quantum team at CMC Microsystems FABrIC Members can obtain assistance developing and generating proof-of-concepts to explore and validate quantum computing solutions.
Available Quantum Hardware
- IBM Quantum Hub – PINQ²
- Sandbox projects with neutral atoms quantum computers
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Key Application Areas
- Chemistry/Materials
- Cybersecurity
- Energy
- Finance
- Health
- Quantum Hardware Optimization
- Quantum Machine Learning/AI
- Quantum Science Information
- more
Training & Reskilling
FABrIC supports training and reskilling courses designed to equip industry and academia with the skills needed to strengthen the semiconductor industry in Canada. A range of training is available, from introductory courses to intensive training on specific core technologies.
- General Training
- Technology for non-techies (TNT) series
- Quantum Hardware Training (Part of CMC Basecamp™)
- Superconducting circuits
- Silicon quantum photonics
- Quantum Software Training
- Quantum computing with neutral atoms
- Quantum computing using Qiskit
