Anyon Systems Partners With C2MI to Power Q Chip Production
Quebec's C2MI and Anyon Systems Open World-Class Quantum Chip Facility Anyon Systems Inc., a Montreal-based quantum computer startup, will anchor a new industrial-grade quantum fabrication facility, putting Canada at the forefront of quantum technology. The company and the MiQro Innovation Collaborative Centre (C2MI) signed an MOU to build the cutting-edge facility in Bromont, Québec. Through this agreement, Canada and Québec will become a global superconducting quantum chip manufacturing centre, opening up huge opportunities in the fast-growing quantum economy. Quantum Supremacy Strategic Collaboration C2MI hopes to establish a "quantum fab" in 2026. In recognition of its national strategic relevance, the Canadian federal and provincial governments fund the initiative. Anyon Systems, the first Canadian company to make gate-based quantum computing platforms, has collaborated with C2MI on this project for four years since its 2014 establishment. The partnership is more than simply a contract; Anyon helped design the workspace and choose critical machinery to make the greatest superconducting chips. Anyon will use the facility to develop its next-generation products and train C2MI's first quantum nanofabrication team. C2MI can enable fabrication for external users by transmitting this knowledge, ensuring that the Bromont hub becomes one of North America's leading quantum microfabrication hubs. FABrIC, a federal investment to accelerate quantum and semiconductor production, the Canadian National Quantum Strategy, and the NGen supercluster support this endeavour. Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing Advances The partnership's continuation made Anyon Systems founder and CEO Dr. Alireza Yazdi proud. This initiative would enable Anyon to produce next-generation qubit designs for fault-tolerant quantum computing, the CEO stated. The ultimate goal is fault-tolerant quantum computing, which would allow quantum computers to overcome errors and solve problems beyond the capabilities of even the most powerful classical supercomputers. The new facility will focus on next-generation qubit designs and superconducting circuit nanofabrication and 3D packaging. Better manufacturing is needed to make quantum processors stronger and more powerful. The quantum fab will generate enormous prospects for quantum-focused research, innovation, commercial activity, and workforce development in Québec and Canada for years to come, Dr. Yazdi said. Foundation for Future Technologies CEMI CEO Marie-Josée Turgeon called the cooperation a “significant milestone” in Canada's quest to dominate the world in quantum chip production. Since C2MI offers top-notch facilities in advanced semiconductor packaging and MEMS, it speeds up digital technology component commercialisation. Turgeon said the endeavour will form the basis for significant technology development efforts in quantum computing and AI. She said, “Deliver innovative solutions to address complex challenges in today’s world,” emphasising these integrated technologies’ revolutionary potential. Helping Canada's Quantum Ecosystem By filling a quantum supply chain gap, this industrial-scale manufacturing plant boosts Canadian capabilities. By providing local, top-tier quantum chip fabrication, the Bromont fab will help researchers, innovators, and businesses. The Canadian National Quantum Strategy will create jobs and train a quantum-savvy workforce, which will support this. Pioneering private company Anyon Systems and joint research centre C2MI are an example of the public-private partnership needed to advance deep-tech innovation and compete globally. With 2026 approaching, Bromont will be widely observed as it strengthens its position as a crucial component of North America's quantum corridor.
