Digital and Quantum Innovation Platform — PINQ²

For Quebec-based businesses looking to push the limits of advanced computing, artificial intelligence, or emerging quantum technologies, the Digital and Quantum Innovation Platform — PINQ² offers a practical way to accelerate innovation without building everything in-house. Rather than a traditional cash-only grant, PINQ² focuses on hands-on collaboration, giving startups, SMEs, and larger enterprises access to cutting-edge digital and quantum infrastructure alongside expert guidance. The goal is to help companies strengthen performance, experiment with advanced technologies, and move faster from concept to real-world solutions.

Delivered by the Plateforme d’Innovation Numérique et Quantique, PINQ² connects businesses with researchers, students, and an extensive academic and industrial partner network. Companies can tap into high-performance computing resources, advanced GPUs, and even Quebec-based quantum computing capabilities, while benefiting from tailored support such as technology roadmapping, expert workshops, and skills transfer. Access costs are designed to be competitive and, in many cases, partially subsidized, making advanced digital and quantum experimentation more accessible. Depending on a company’s maturity, projects may range from short exploratory initiatives to longer-term innovation efforts that embed new capabilities into operations.

For Quebec businesses exploring advanced digital or quantum pathways and wanting structured support, expert collaboration, and non-repayable project assistance, PINQ² can be a powerful catalyst. Reviewing the full program details can help determine how this platform aligns with your innovation objectives and technical ambitions.