Montreal, June 04, 2026 -- The Digital and Quantum Innovation Platform (PINQ²) and the École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS) announce a strategic partnership aimed at accelerating high-impact research in quantum algorithms in Quebec. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to advancing quantum algorithms and software, as well as the practical applications of quantum computing, while strengthening Quebec's position in this field.

Within the framework of this partnership, the research is led by Professor Jacob Biamonte, a professor at ÉTS, director of the Institute for Quantum Science and Engineering, and holder of the MEIE Principal Research Chair in Quantum Computing. Internationally recognized for his fundamental work establishing universal models of quantum computing in Hamiltonian and variational frameworks, Jacob Biamonte has developed a research program covering quantum algorithms, tensor networks, and quantum computing that takes into account material constraints, with an emphasis on scaling quantum systems beyond the computational capabilities of classical methods.

Thanks to access to PINQ²'s shared quantum research infrastructure, the ÉTS team will conduct work aimed at pushing the boundaries of current quantum processors. This research targets the frontier where classical simulation reaches the limits of classical traceability on current devices, by developing quantum computations that approach or exceed these limits. It notably includes the development of demonstrable approaches to quantum advantage as well as methods for certifying quantum computations on short-term architectures.

A unique partnership to advance quantum computing

What distinguishes this partnership is its ambition: to produce tangible and technically profound results, leading to a better understanding of both the current capabilities and limitations of quantum computing. It also contributes to strengthening Quebec's quantum ecosystem by linking advanced infrastructure, academic research, industrial collaboration, and the training of highly qualified personnel.

"This partnership with ÉTS perfectly illustrates what PINQ² aims to achieve: bridging the gap between the potential of advanced quantum computing and its practical adoption, so that Quebec and Canadian businesses, academic institutions, research centers, startups, and local talent can capture its economic value. By combining world-class infrastructure, cutting-edge academic research, active industry collaboration, and the training of highly qualified personnel, we are creating the conditions necessary for Quebec and Canada to establish a lasting presence on the global quantum stage," added Marie-Claude Messier, General Manager, PINQ².

"At ÉTS, we consider advanced quantum infrastructures essential for world-class research, the training of highly qualified talent, and the growth of Quebec's quantum ecosystem. This partnership with PINQ² empowers our researchers to conduct ambitious work at the forefront of quantum computing, while contributing to Quebec's long-term scientific and technological leadership," said Jean Belzile, interim executive director of research and partnerships at ÉTS.

"Quebec holds a leading position in quantum technologies, a distinction of which we are immensely proud. This partnership demonstrates its growing strength in research and innovation in this field. By supporting world-class researchers and providing them with access to cutting-edge infrastructure, we ensure that Quebec's scientific excellence translates into concrete technological and economic benefits," argued Daniel Bernard, Minister Delegate for the Economy and Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises.

Building on existing collaborations and agreements between ÉTS and PINQ², this partnership expands access to the infrastructure needed to enable researchers and the student community to experiment on quantum hardware, validate new computational approaches and transform scientific advances into technological spin-offs.

This partnership also strengthens PINQ²'s role as a catalyst linking academic research groups, industrial partners and technology providers across the quantum ecosystem of Quebec and Canada.