Quantum Industry Canada (QIC) has joined the global 2026 Year of Quantum Security (YQS2026) initiative, a move signalling a critical step towards safeguarding digital infrastructure in the rapidly approaching quantum era. As quantum technologies advance, ensuring economic and national security—and maintaining trust in digital systems—is becoming paramount. YQS2026 will unite leaders across government, industry and academia to foster collaboration and proactive preparation for quantum-enabled changes. “Canada has played an outsized role in shaping the development of quantum and quantum-secure technologies, and today our innovators are delivering solutions that matter for security, resilience, and long-term trust,” said Lisa Lambert, CEO of QIC, reinforcing Canada’s commitment to international partnerships in this vital field.
Quantum Industry Canada Joins 2026 Year of Quantum Security
Recognizing the escalating importance of quantum readiness, QIC’s participation underscores a commitment to safeguarding economic and national security as quantum capabilities mature and potentially disrupt current digital infrastructure. The initiative aims to foster collaboration between government, industry, finance, and academia, prioritizing practical action and informed discussion. QIC’s involvement follows the YQS2026 kickoff event held earlier this year in Washington, D.C., which brought together key stakeholders to emphasize the urgency of building quantum resilience. Matt Cimaglia, Founder and Managing Partner of Quantum Coast Capital and a lead organizer, stated, “Quantum security is no longer a future consideration — it’s a present responsibility.” Throughout 2026, partners will focus on research, public awareness, and accelerating readiness for a quantum future.
YQS2026 Focuses on Digital System Resilience & Global Collaboration
Recognizing the increasing importance of quantum readiness, the collaboration seeks to protect existing digital infrastructure while simultaneously preparing for advancements in quantum capabilities, a shift deemed essential to economic and national security. The YQS2026 campaign is bolstered by a broad ecosystem focused on education, policy alignment, and industry leadership, with The Quantum Insider, headquartered in Toronto, ON, serving as a lead presenter providing ongoing analysis. QIC’s involvement underscores Canada’s significant role in developing quantum and quantum-secure technologies, with innovators already delivering impactful solutions. Throughout 2026, partners will undertake research and public initiatives to accelerate readiness for the quantum era.
By joining YQS2026, QIC is reinforcing the Canadian quantum sector’s commitment to working with trusted international partners to ensure security keeps pace with innovation.
