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NSERC Alliance Quantum Grants

NSERC Alliance Quantum Grants

Funds Canadian academic and industrial consortia advancing quantum computing, communications, and sensing technologies.

The NSERC Alliance Quantum Grants are a specialized stream within the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada's Alliance program, launched to advance Canada's National Quantum Strategy. The program funds university-led research partnerships in three defined mission areas: quantum computing, quantum communications, and quantum sensing. NSERC covers 100 percent of eligible direct…

University-led quantum research aligned with Canada's National Quantum Strategy in three areas: quantum computing, quantum communications, and quantum sensing, conducted in partnership with Canadian industry or organizations.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.5 Oct 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.12–60 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: nserc-crsng.canada.ca