Take the quantum leap with Mitacs and Numana

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About the Partnership

Dedicated in enhancing the Canadian technology industry

Mitacs and Numana have joined forces to fast-track Canada’s leadership in quantum communications. This partnership connects Numana’s innovation infrastructure—like the Kirq testbed—with Mitacs' proven platform for mobilizing top-tier research talent and funding.

Together, we provide a full ecosystem for businesses to explore, develop, and scale quantum-safe technologies—while lowering risk, cost, and time to market.

$10 Million Investment

A collaborative effort between federal and provincial governments.

Kirq Testbed

A unique platform for testing and validating quantum communication technologies and post-quantum security solutions and applications.

Collaborative Opportunities

Foster partnerships between the research community, post-secondary institutions and national and international private enterprise.

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Why Partner with Mitacs and Numana?

Work with Mitacs to:

Fund Your Quantum R&D

Access flexible funding covering up to 50% of costs.

Leverage Quantum Infrastructure

Through Numana’s Kirq testbed, validate and de-risk your quantum communication technologies.

Connect with Expert Talent

Collaborate with top researchers, graduate students, and postdocs from Canada’s leading institutions.

Build Industry-Ready Innovation

Partner with Mitacs to move research into real-world solutions with commercial potential.

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How it works with Mitacs

Book a discovery call with a Mitacs advisor

Identify your business challenge and project goals

Match with research talent from top institutions

Secure co-funding and develop your project plan

Launch your quantum R&D project—powered by Mitacs + Numana!

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Building secure communications infrastructure or exploring post-quantum cryptography?

Launch your project today

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Quantum Bridge Technologies
(Toronto, ON)

Quantum Bridge Technologies' innovative solution, Quantum Key Infrastructure™ (QKI), addresses the vulnerabilities of traditional encryption methods in safeguarding sensitive information from cyber threats.

Through a collaboration with Mitacs, Quantum Bridge Technologies has successfully developed and commercialized QKI, attracting attention and investment from government and defense sectors. With support from Mitacs, Quantum Bridge Technologies has expanded its team and research activities, emphasizing the value of industry-academia collaborations in driving innovation and economic growth.