Quantum Technologies

Quantum technologies are advancing new approaches to computing, communication, and sensing.

In Canada, quantum research contributes to scientific leadership, economic growth, and the development of advanced capabilities in data processing and secure information systems.

At the University of Toronto, quantum research spans fundamental physics, software development, and emerging applications—supporting scalable quantum systems and their integration into real-world contexts, from secure communications to advanced sensing and computation.

Why this matters

Next-generation computing
Enables new forms of computation that can address problems beyond the reach of classical systems.

Secure communications
Advances methods for protecting data and communications through quantum encryption and networking.

Advanced sensing
Supports high-precision measurement and detection capabilities using quantum effects.

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Entities

Centre for Quantum Information and Quantum Control

The Centre for Quantum Information and Quantum Control (CQIQC) is a premier interdisciplinary research centre focused on the theory and experimental realization of quantum technologies. Researchers at CQIQC advance quantum computing, quantum communication, quantum sensing and the control of complex quantum systems, enabling foundational capabilities for secure communications, advanced sensing platforms, and next-generation computational systems. […]

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https://cqiqc.physics.utoronto.ca/

Quantum Software Consortium

The Quantum Software Consortium (QSC) builds Canadian leadership in quantum software by developing high-impact methodologies for distributed quantum computing. QSC researchers design algorithms, architectures and software frameworks that enable multiple quantum processors to be networked together, pooling computational capacity to overcome current hardware limitations. This distributed approach represents a significant shift in quantum computing strategy […]

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https://www.qscc.ca/

Creative Destruction Lab Quantum Stream (CDL Quantum)

The CDL Quantum Stream supports the commercialization and translation of quantum technologies emerging from academic research. Hosted at the Rotman School of Management and integrated with the University of Toronto’s broader quantum ecosystem, CDL Quantum works with startups developing quantum computing hardware and software, quantum sensing platforms and secure communication technologies. By bridging foundational research […]

Connect with CDL Quantum

https://creativedestructionlab.com/streams/quantum

Related news and events

Government of Canada invests in CDL Defence to accelerate dual-use technologies from research to deployment

NEWS | March 6, 2026

Creative Destruction Lab is receiving a Government of Canada investment, through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), to support its newly launched CDL Defence program.

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