Quantum Advisory Council
Participants
Co-chairs
- Raymond Laflamme
- Stephanie Simmons
Members
- Alexandre Blais
- Ian D'Souza
- Andrew Fursman
- Shohini Ghose
- David Gosset
- Martin Laforest
- Lindsay Leblanc
- Atefeh Mashatan
- Christian Weedbrook
Guests
- Nipun Vats, Assistant Deputy Minister, ISED
Welcome and housekeeping
The co-chairs welcomed members to the inaugural meeting. No conflicts of Interest were identified. The Quantum Advisory Council Terms of Reference was adopted without changes.
National Quantum Strategy (NQS) overview
ISED provided a brief update on the NQS, including initial goals and currently funded programming. Information was also presented on ongoing work, including international outreach and the roadmapping exercises.
Roadmaps
The Council discussed the computing and communications roadmaps. There was widespread agreement on the direction of the roadmaps, though more discussion is necessary regarding prioritization. Members were invited to share the roadmaps with colleagues. During the Council's next meeting, time will be dedicated to the communications and sensing roadmaps.
The Council also highlighted the value of inviting guests, including program delivery organisations, to future council meetings.
Next steps
ISED will continue its work on the roadmaps, and welcomes input from members and the community. A social media announcement including links to the Terms of Reference and Council member biographies is forthcoming.
The next meeting will be held virtually on September 12, 2023.