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The New Quantum Era - innovation in quantum computing, science and technologyBuilding a Quantum Ecosystem from Scratch with Martin LaforestWhat does it take to build a thriving quantum ecosystem from the ground up? Martin Laforest, physicist-turned-venture-capitalist at Quantacet, reveals how Quebec transformed a 1970s academic bet into a $400M quantum powerhouse—and why the industry's biggest misconception is thinking quantum computing is either a science problem or an engineering problem when it's clearly both.SummaryIn this conversation, Sebastian sits down with Martin Laforest, partner at Quantacet, Canada's quantum-only VC fund, to explore the messy realities of building quantum companies and ecosystems. Martin brings a rare perspective: PhD from Waterloo's Institute for Quantum Computing, eight ye...
2026-02-1742 min
Passé DécomposéAlimentation et agriculture - Les frères GagnéÉpisode # 7 - Merci encore à tout le monde pour votre support. Nos téléchargement explosent et nous sommes plus que reconnaissants !Dans cet épisode nous parlons de nourriture pour les colons. Qu'est-ce que nos ancêtres plaçaient sur leur table ? Enfin, nous parlons des ancêtres de la vaste majorité des Gagné et Bellavance du Québec, les frères Louis et Pierre Gagné.Merci à notre commanditaire : Généalogie QuébecRéférences bibliographiques de l'épisode :Article sur la réfection de l'église de Latulipehttps://ici.radio-canada.ca/nouve...
2025-11-2858 min
Passé DécomposéL'éducation - Pierre MichaudÉpisode # 5 - Merci à tous pour votre support ! Visitez-nous au https://passedecompose.com (généalogie et histoire du Québec)Dans cet épisode nous parlons de l'éducation, du temps des colons jusqu'à nos jours. Sous le règne de la France et celui de l'Angleterre, les choses étaient différentes ! Merci à notre commanditaire : Généalogie QuébecRéférences bibliographiques de l'épisode :Laliberté, G.-R., & Laplante, J. (1992). Le système scolaire du Québec – Histoire du système scolaire du Québec [Notes de cours]. Université Laval.https://www.famillesmichaud.org/fr/hist...
2025-10-3152 min
Idea to InvestmentEpisode #28 - XatomsWelcome to "Idea to Investment," the podcast that looks into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship and investment. Join us as we embark on a journey with innovators and investors, uncovering the captivating stories that unfold from the inception of an idea to securing vital investments. In this episode, we sit with Diana Virgovicova and Kerem Topalismailoglu, Co-Founders of Xatoms, a deeptech venture leveraging quatum-chemistry to clean the world's polluted water, along with their investor Martin Laforest, Managing Director at Quantacet, a VC fund focused on global quantum technology market.Together, they dig into the unique cha...
2025-10-0334 min
Passé DécomposéLes liens d'union - Pierre TremblayVoilà le deuxième ! Dans cet épisode, nous parlons des liens d'union entre les habitants de la Nouvelle-France. L'art de se courtiser ! Flirt, visite, officialisation, mariage, etc.. Quelles étaient les habitudes de nos ancêtres ?Nous discutons également de l'ancêtre des Tremblay d'Amérique, Pierre Tremblay. A lui seul, Pierre Tremblay est à la tête du patronyme le plus populaire du Québec !Merci à notre commanditaire : Généalogie QuébecRéférences bibliographiques de l'épisode :Émission Kebec, capsule « Le Couple », Télé-Québec, 2022Laberge, Alain. 1994. « La famille en Nouvelle-France...
2025-09-1945 min
CDSN Podcast NetworkÉpisode 50: Brigadier-général Éric Laforest, Chef J5 au Grand Quartier général des puissances alliées en Europe (SHAPE)Pour ce 50ième épisode du balado Conseils de sécurité, Laurent Borzillo et Sarah-Myriam Martin-Brûlé reçoivent le Brigadier-général Éric Laforest, officier chevronné en opérations internationales et en planification stratégique, membre des Forces armées canadiennes depuis 1991.
Tout au long de sa carrière, le Brigadier-général Laforest a exercé des responsabilités de commandement aux niveaux du peloton, de la compagnie, du bataillon et de la force opérationnelle. Il a notamment dirigé des troupes en Haïti, en Afghanistan et en Lettonie dans le cadre de l’opération REASSURANCE. Fort de plusieurs affectations...
2025-04-2339 min
Le local sportifL'agent de joueur de hockey Dominic Deblois et l'ancien des Olympiques de Hull, Martin MénardDans cet épisode... BONNE FËTE MARC LEGAULT On jase de repêchage et des plus grandes déceptions de nos équipes Yanick St-Denis revient sur le week-end des Olympiques et sur sa bonne prédiction Martin Ménard, ancien joueur des Olympiques de Hull à propos du retrait du chandail de Pavel Rosa Pascal Villeneuve commente les rumeurs entourant le Tkaptain Brady Tkachuk Alexis Laforest, joueur des Griffons du Cégep de l'Outaouais en basketball Dominic Deblois, agent de Thomas Chabot et David Savard et de plusieurs jeunes espoirs de la région. Voir https://www.cogecomedia.com/vie-pr...
2024-12-111h 14
The BetaKit Podcast ChannelIs Québec Canada's quantum province?"The quantum computer itself, the one that we would classify as sexy … has such a huge disruptive potential that we cannot really comprehend how much of an effect it's going to have." Fresh off a $20 million fund close, Quantacet managing partner Martin Laforest joins to discuss quantum tech's "degrees of sexiness," its path to commercialization, Québec's commitment to quantum innovation, and why it's centred in the city of Sherbrooke. Presented by Mantle: the Canadian-made, AI-powered equity management solution designed for modern founders and operators. Visit withmantle.com/betakit to get started.
2024-04-0658 min
Radio ÉmergenceCapsule 69 - Passion francophoneThème musical de Pascal Denis. Avec la participation des artistes suivants : Yoann Launay, Evelyne Brochu, Karelle Beaudoin, Martin Léon, Troidemi, Babylon Circus, Bernhari, blesse, Claude- Michel Schonberg, Aubert Tremblay, Mario Brassard, Grand Leclerc, Don Juan, Guylaine Tanguay, Félix Dyotte, Henri Lafitte, Marianne Gavin, Mathilde, Guy Brière, Nicola Ciccone, Mickaël Guerrand, Émilie Laforest, Rydim, Stephie Swing, Éveline, Suzie Villeneuve, Gavroche, Hélène Perreault, Daniel Simard et Kristen Martell.
2024-02-271h 59
BaladAQCS11 – Fidéliser, mobiliser et bâtir sa marque employéEn ce contexte de pénurie de main-d’œuvre, comment les cadres scolaires peuvent-ils mettre en place une stratégie favorisant la rétention… mais surtout, la fidélisation des ressources humaines? Pour Martin Lafrance, directeur-conseil en ressources humaines chez Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton, la clé réside en l’écoute des besoins du personnel. Des membres de l’AQCS lui posent des questions axées sur les enjeux de leurs secteurs respectifs.
Intervenants invités :
David Deault-Picard, directeur adjoint, Service des communications et des affaires publiques, CSS de Montréal
Pierre Girard, directeur, Service des ressources informatiques, CSS des Patriotes
Linda La...
2023-06-1533 minBaladAQCS11 – Fidéliser, mobiliser et bâtir sa marque employéEn ce contexte de pénurie de main-d’œuvre, comment les cadres scolaires peuvent-ils mettre en place une stratégie favorisant la rétention… mais surtout, la fidélisation des ressources humaines? Pour Martin Lafrance, directeur-conseil en ressources humaines chez Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton, la clé réside en l’écoute des besoins du personnel. Des membres de l’AQCS lui posent des questions axées sur les enjeux de leurs secteurs respectifs.
Intervenants invités :
David Deault-Picard, directeur adjoint, Service des communications et des affaires publiques, CSS de Montréal
Pierre Girard, directeur, Service des ressources informatiques, CSS des Patriotes
Linda La...
2023-06-1533 minBaladAQCS11 – Fidéliser, mobiliser et bâtir sa marque employéEn ce contexte de pénurie de main-d’œuvre, comment les cadres scolaires peuvent-ils mettre en place une stratégie favorisant la rétention… mais surtout, la fidélisation des ressources humaines? Pour Martin Lafrance, directeur-conseil en ressources humaines chez Raymond Chabot Grant Thornton, la clé réside en l’écoute des besoins du personnel. Des membres de l’AQCS lui posent des questions axées sur les enjeux de leurs secteurs respectifs.
Intervenants invités :
David Deault-Picard, directeur adjoint, Service des communications et des affaires publiques, CSS de Montréal
Pierre Girard, directeur, Service des ressources informatiques, CSS des Patriotes
Linda La...
2023-06-1533 min
1001 voix du succès1001 voix du succès - Épisode 7 : Martin Laforest - Informatique quantique, l'obstacle fait le chemin Charles-Antoine discute avec Martin Laforest PhD, directeur de la stratégie quantique à la Banque Nationale d'ACET.
2023-05-082h 23
RembobinageRembobinage #85 : Les Trois Mousquetaires - D'ArtagnanEn garde! L'oeuvre d'Alexandre Dumas reprend vie au grand écran sous la forme d'une saga en deux parties réalisée par Martin Bourboulon, et mettant en vedette François Civil, Eva Green, Pio Marmaï, Vincent Cassel et Romain Duris, entre autres têtes d'affiche. Pour ce 85e épisode de Rembobinage, Hugo Prévost et Kevin Laforest dégainent leur épée pour Les Trois Mousquetaies : D'Artagnan.
2023-04-2332 min
Remote First35. Time Agnostic w/ Liam MartinIn this week episode, we are diving into the operational revolution of Asynchronous Management with Liam Martin, co-founder of Running Remote, the largest in-person conference dedicated to scaling remote-first companies, happening this May 17-18 2022 in Montréal, Canada.
In this episode you’ll hear:
- What is true time agnostic work
- Who will be at the Running Remote conference and what you can expect.
- EOR and hiring compliantly anywhere
- Autonomy versus flexibility at work
- Taking decisions as a group without face-to-face.
Join me at the Running Remote Conference! A gift for listeners, use the code: RFPODCAST to...
2022-04-2042 min
Science Magazine PodcastA freeze on prion research, and watching cement dryInternational News Editor Martin Enserink talks with host Sarah Crespi about a moratorium on prion research after the fatal brain disease infected two lab workers in France, killing one.
Next, Abhay Goyal, a postdoctoral fellow at Georgetown University, talks with intern Claire Hogan about his Science Advances paper on figuring out how to reduce the massive carbon footprint of cement by looking at its molecular structure.
Finally, in a sponsored segment from the Science/AAAS Custom Publishing Office, Sean Sanders interviews Ansuman Satpathy, assistant professor in the department of pathology at Stanford University School of...
2021-08-0534 min
The Voice of RetailRoger Martin, top global strategist and author of "When More Is Not Better plus an IAB Canada session on the state of Canadian eCommerce with Ted Starkman, Founder Stream CommerceWelcome to the The Voice of Retail, I’m your host Michael LeBlanc, and this podcast is brought to you in conjunction with Retail Council of Canada and with the support of omNovos, Canada’s digital customer engagement company. omNovos makes Personalization EASY by helping you connect with your customers, connect with your data, and connect with your systems. Learn HOW at www.realcustomerengagement.com.In this episode I welcome back top global strategist and former Dean of the Rotman School of Business in Toronto, Roger Martin on the launch of his latest book "When More is Not B...
2020-10-021h 06
Fireside Mystery Theatre46.4 Trapped: "Inside Knowledge"Sarah struggles to be believed in her efforts to get the care she needs when suddenly afflicted by a strange illness. "Inside Knowledge" is the final episode in a series from our 2018/2019 season finale, Trapped: Tales of Body Horror and Betrayal. It was recorded live 6/30/19. The cast featured in this episode: Ali Silva as Sarah Eirik Davey-Gislason as Devon Alain Laforest as Ranger Martin David Linton as Dr. Campbell Michael Pate as Dr. Wren and The Receptionist Kacie Laforest as Dr. Lacy Worser James Rieser as Dr. Adam Worser
2019-10-2735 min
Sully's Cafe at The Green RoomSully's Cafe at the Green Room Ep 151"Proof Tammy"
Sully and Josh introduce the show and thank Sully's Cafe's latest sponsor The Bucket Brewery! Then, the gents have a great discussion of the scene this week with mentions of Re-creation Tuesday featuring Music Solutions Edition; Jam Jazz with Relative Souls;Sleepy Wonder and teh Geometric Echos; as well as The Round Square Music Festival at Theater 82 hosted by Steve Allain featuring Kayla Ringelheim, Daphne Lee Martin, Haunt The House, Allysen Callery, and Dan Blakeslee. The gents welcome Tammy Laforest to the Green Room for a lengthy conversation and a performance of three songs, as we...
2014-05-191h 07
The Star SpotEpisode 36: Quantum Computing: Space Science Meets Science Fiction, with Martin LaforestFeature Guest: Martin Laforest Martin Laforest joins Justin Trottier at The Star Spot to discuss the fascinating, complex and bizarre world of the quantum. After describing the Institute for Quantum Computing and the uniqueness of its home, the University of Waterloo and the technological industrial hub of Waterloo, Ontario, the two explore quantum information, cryptography, and the often counter-intuitive theoretical underpinnings of these technological breakthroughs. Justin then goes through his list of fanciful “science meets science fiction” topics, ranging from quantum teleportation and replication to what possible effect it would have on SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence) if aliens...
2013-09-091h 01
The Star SpotEpisode 36: Quantum Computing: Space Science Meets Science Fiction, with Martin LaforestFeature Guest: Martin Laforest
Martin Laforest joins Justin Trottier at The Star Spot to discuss the fascinating, complex and bizarre world of the quantum. After describing the Institute for Quantum Computing and the uniqueness of its home, the University of Waterloo and the technological industrial hub of Waterloo, Ontario, the two explore quantum information, cryptography, and the often counter-intuitive theoretical underpinnings of these technological breakthroughs.
Justin then goes through his list of fanciful “science meets science fiction” topics, ranging from quantum teleportation and replication to what possible effect it would have on SETI (Search...
2013-09-091h 01
Software Engineering Radio - the podcast for professional software developersEpisode 176: Quantum Computing with Martin LaforestWe talk with Martin Laforest about topics ranging from how quantum computing works, which different models of quantum computing are explored, current and future uses of the approach as well as the current state of the art.
2011-06-031h 05Software Engineering Radio - the podcast for professional software developersEpisode 176: Quantum Computing with Martin LaforestWe talk with Martin Laforest about topics ranging from how quantum computing works, which different models of quantum computing are explored, current and future uses of the approach as well as the current state of the art.
2011-06-031h 05Software Engineering Radio - The Podcast for Professional Software DevelopersEpisode 176: Quantum Computing with Martin LaforestWe talk with Martin Laforest about topics ranging from how quantum computing works, which different models of quantum computing are explored, current and future uses of the approach as well as the current state of the art.
2011-06-031h 05
podcast (en) Archive 250 EN – omega tau science & engineering podcast054 – Quantum ComputingIn this Episode, we talk about quantum computing. Our guest is Martin Laforest from the Institute for Quantum Computing at the University of Waterloo, Canada. We start with some physics basics, and then cover topics ranging from how quantum computing works, which different models of quantum computing are explored, current and future uses of the approach as well as the current state of the art. This is one of the more propellerhead-oriented episodes, so make sure you listen carefully :-)
2011-01-211h 11