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Canada’s strength in semiconductors is photonics and compound semiconductors. Join CMC's Gordon Harling at Photonics North for an exciting panel discussion on opportunities, challenges, and strategic plans. Link in comments. IEEE IEEE Photonics Society Photons Canada/ CPIC Photonics North

We are thrilled to announce that CMC Microsystems has been invited to speak at Photonics North 2026! Ahmed Abumazwed will be representing the CMC Photonics team in the Semiconductor Photonics track, sharing insights into the technologies driving the next generation of light-based computing and connectivity. As a leader in Canada's advanced technology sector, we are excited to contribute to one of the country's premier photonics conferences and engage with the researchers and industry experts shaping the future of this field. 📅 Learn more about the program: https://loom.ly/4XiTcP0 See you there! 🚀✨ #PhotonicsNorth #Semiconductors #Photonics #Innovation #CMCmicrosystems Photons Canada/ CPIC IEEE IEEE Photonics Society

From advanced edge computing to active silicon photonics, moving hardware from a lab bench to a commercial foundry requires a highly coordinated infrastructure. This month has been a defining one for the Canadian ecosystem—anchored by FABrIC’s massive $10.7M funding injection to accelerate 11 market-ready semiconductor initiatives. This month's issue dives into the engineering demands behind Edge AI, highlights superconducting quantum fabrication training, and shares exclusive early updates on the upcoming Canada's Semiconductor Symposium (CSS 2026).

We are excited to announce that CMC Microsystems will be delivering a keynote at the 24th IEEE NEWCAS Conference in Quebec! As a flagship event for the circuits and systems community, NEWCAS is the perfect stage to discuss how we are scaling Canada’s semiconductor sector. Our CEO, Gordon Harling, will share insights on the "industrialization of innovation"—exploring how the CMC and the FABrIC initiative are bridging the gap between world-class academic research and commercial manufacturing. In an era defined by the demand for Edge AI and secure quantum communications, building a robust, domestic microelectronics ecosystem has never been more critical. We look forward to connecting with the researchers, engineers, and visionaries shaping the next generation of integrated circuits and systems. See you in Saguenayi! 🇨🇦 Link in comments. #NEWCAS2026 #IEEE #Semiconductors #AdvancedManufacturing #FABrIC #Innovation #CdnTech #QuantumComputing IEEE Circuits and Systems Society (CASS) ReSMiQ - Microsystems Strategic Cluster of Quebec IEEE

IEEE Quantum Week 2026, formally known as the IEEE International Conference on Quantum Computing and Engineering (QCE26), will convene #global leaders from academia, industry, government, and the startup ecosystem to accelerate the transition of quantum technologies from research to real-world deployment. Hosted in Toronto from September 13–18, 2026, the event emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration across quantum computing, quantum AI, quantum networking, photonics, sensing, software engineering, and post-quantum cybersecurity. The conference includes keynote sessions, technical papers, tutorials, workshops, panels, industry exhibits, and workforce development initiatives. A major 2026 theme centers on the convergence of generative AI, distributed quantum systems, and scalable quantum engineering architectures to drive commercially viable and societally impactful innovation. The #keynote speaker lineup reflects a highly influential cross-section of the global #quantum #ecosystem, spanning hyperscalers, national laboratories, advanced startups, and research institutions. Speakers include Alán Aspuru-Guzik from the University of Toronto and Polaris Quantum Biotech; Jay Gambetta from IBM Quantum; Rajeeb Hazra from Quantinuum; Krysta Svore from Microsoft Quantum; Matthias Troyer from Microsoft Quantum; Christian Weedbrook from Xanadu; Niels Bultink from Amazon Web Services (AWS) Center for Quantum Computing; Travis Humble from Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) ecosystem; and Lisa Lambert from National Grid Partners. Collectively, these leaders represent the forefront of quantum #hardware, quantum #software, #AI convergence, photonic systems, quantum #cloud #infrastructure, and enterprise-scale commercialization strategies shaping the #future global quantum #economy.

Our team at RBC Borealis is hiring, and we’re looking for talented people across all experience levels, from early-career to senior. We’re continuing to grow our AI group, with opportunities available across our hubs in Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary, and Montréal. Current openings: ⚫️ Machine Learning Researcher: https://lnkd.in/ggMt3-Jb ⚫️ Machine Learning Research Engineer: https://lnkd.in/gUdcjftA ⚫️ Machine Learning Software Engineer: https://lnkd.in/gqcVT9iT 📩 If you're interested, send your resume to arash.khoeini@rbc.com and I’d be happy to refer you if you are a fit. Please use the subject line: [Role - Name - 2026] Note: If you’ve already applied or received a referral, there’s no need to email again since your application is already in the system.

The global semiconductor race is on. Is your team ready? As the demand for domestic manufacturing and advanced packaging grows, the skills gap remains the #1 bottleneck for the industry. Whether you are an engineer looking to specialize or a company needing to bridge the technical divide, staying ahead of the curve isn't optional—it’s a competitive necessity. The FABrIC Semiconductor Upskilling Program is specifically designed to equip the next generation of Canadian talent with expertise in high-demand. This program is ideal for: -New hires and early-career engineers (0–3 years) in Canadian semiconductor companies -Final-year MSc/PhD students seeking job readiness in IC design -Industry professionals with prior IC design experience seeking advanced training, upskilling This isn’t just theory. It’s hands-on, industry-vetted training supported by CMC Microsystems to ensure Canada remains a global leader in deep tech innovation. Ready to level up your career or empower your workforce? Link in comments. Invest Ontario Invest Nova Scotia Invest Ottawa Innovate BC Innovate Calgary Kanata North Business Association ICTC-CTIC ventureLAB Canada's Semiconductor Council Capital Angel Network #Semiconductors #DeepTech #Upskilling #Engineering #Innovation #CanadaTech #Photonics #Manufacturing #CareerGrowth

Canada is transitioning from quantum research to aggressive industrial capitalization. Join our upcoming webinar to see how we are embedding quantum technology into the very fabric of Canadian business and infrastructure. **Commercializing Canada’s Quantum Investments** [Registration link in comments] As the first to offer superconducting MPW services in Canada, CMC has a proven track record of hardware and software leadership. In this session, we’ll explore the **Quantum Computing Sandbox (QCS)**—a FABrIC initiative and Canadian first. Dedicated to driving adoption in end-use sectors, the QCS provides academics, startups, and SMEs with: * **Direct Access:** State-of-the-art quantum computing platforms and cloud services. * **Engineering Support:** Specialized technical expertise from CMC’s application scientists. * **Strategic Adoption:** A roadmap for stimulating industrially relevant applications that strengthen our national ecosystem. Don't miss this chance to learn how we’re bridging the gap between top-tier research and commercial viability. #QuantumComputing #FABrIC #CdnTech #Innovation #QuantumSandbox #CMCmicrosystems Quantum Industry Canada • Industrie Quantique Canada Institute for Quantum Computing DistriQ, Zone Innovation Quantique de Sherbrooke Québec Quantique par Distriq UBC Blusson Quantum Matter Institute (Blusson QMI) Quantum City Innovate BC Innovate Calgary Invest Nova Scotia Invest Ontario Invest Ottawa Alberta Innovates Pacific Economic Development Canada | Développement économique Canada pour le Pacifique National Research Council Canada / Conseil national de recherches Canada

💡  Researchers at the University of Waterloo’s Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC) have created a new material that can capture light and control the location of its absorption with unprecedented precision. This breakthrough could pave the way for next-generation light detectors to be used in quantum technologies and biomedical imaging.    “We are leading globally at taking a crack at this; combining material science and semiconductor physics to demonstrate a near-perfect absorber,” says Sasan V. Grayli, the paper’s lead author. “We are combining different disciplines to make a perfect absorber in semiconductors to create the next generation of photodetectors, and we are one of the world leaders in this effort.”   Learn more ▶️ tinyurl.com/4jfeapb2    #CIW2026 #Innovation