Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Reliable and Agile Quantum Key Distribution Networks and Beyond
Agreement Number:
-
Agreement Value:
$2,999,436.00
Agreement Date:
Oct 26, 2023 - Jul 31, 2028
Description:
Funding will support research and development to identify solutions to National Defence’s Challenge: Preparing for a quantum world: defence applications of quantum technologies. Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) in collaboration with Canada’s academic and defence & security communities are seeking to advance the application of quantum technologies in the defence and security domain focusing on quantum sensing and sensors (including for positioning, navigation and timing), quantum communications, and quantum computing of simulations and algorithms.
Organization:
National Defence
Expected Results:
The Department of National Defence solicited proposals to support the creation of small Innovation Networks, called micro-nets, to stimulate collaboration and innovation. The expected results are the development of a critical mass of researchers, highly qualified personnel, and expertise within the Canadian innovation community dedicated to advance research on Quantum technologies and beyond applicable to the defence and security of Canada.
Location:
Waterloo, Ontario, CA N2L 3G1
Reference Number:
018-2023-2024-Q3-MN4-016
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Academia
Additional Information:
Increased timeframe of the agreement.
Amendment Date
Sep 11, 2025
Recipient's Legal Name:
University of Waterloo
Program:
Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security Program
Program Purpose:
Collaborate with academic and private sector partners to build a network of expertise to support Canada’s current and future defence and security needs.
Amendments: