Grants and Contributions:

Title:
The Quantum Nexus: A Framework for Canadian Strategic Advantage in a Contested Domain
Agreement Number:
TEG 25-2-33
Agreement Value:
$50,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 11, 2026 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
This project consists of report assessing the intersection between quantum technologies, intellectual property, and national security. It will include comparative analyses of other countries, including U.S. and China, to draw lessons learned and produce policy recommendations to strengthen Canada’s Intellectual Property Strategy. 
Organization:
National Defence
Expected Results:

The expected results from Targeted Engagement Grants (TEGs) include fostering informed public debate on security and defense issues, and enhancing the Department of National Defence’s ability to anticipate and respond to emerging security challenges. These grants aim to support research, conferences, and publications that contribute to a deeper understanding of defense and security matters among stakeholders and the general public.

Location:
Waterloo, Ontario, CA N2L 6C2
Reference Number:
018-2025-2026-Q4-07TEG25233
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Legal Name:
Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI)
Program:
Mobilizing Insights in Defence and Security (MINDS)
Program Purpose:

Targeted Engagement Grants (TEGs) respond to defence policy challenges with the goal of informing current and future defence policy-thinking. TEGs provide non-recurring financial support to fund activities such as conferences, workshops, roundtables, and research and publications that are relevant to the Department of National Defence (DND) and Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) and align with defence policy challenges.