The Mil'HaQ Fest

Friday, November, 21st, 2025

Quantum computing.

Machine learning.
Limitless potential.

Join the 'HaQ!

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For the very first time, Mila will be hosting a quantum computing hackathon!
Join us on November 21st for an exciting day of quantum & AI prototyping at Mila.

This event is open to both professionals and students, regardless of your level in quantum computing. Basic AI knowledge is recommended!

You’ll get the chance to work on Quandela or IBM platforms, and collaborate with other teams. Awards and surprises await!

The organizers

Mila is the world’s largest academic research institute dedicated to deep learning and artificial intelligence

A leading startup specializing in full-stack photonic quantum computers

Québec’s financial markets and regulatory authority

IBM’s initiative providing cloud-based access to advanced quantum computers

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Our Platinum Sponsor

Layer 6, the AI division of TD Bank Group, is a centre of excellence that develops and deploys advanced machine-learning systems to deliver real-time personalized, predictive experiences for banking customers.

Our Gold Sponsors

Quantacet is the first and only venture capital fund based in Quebec, focused on the global quantum technology market.

QV Studio is Québec’s first startup studio dedicated to quantum technologies, aiming to accelerate the creation and commercialization of innovative companies in this field.

Our Silver Sponsor

iA Financial Group is a leading Canadian insurance and wealth-management company, committed to helping clients feel confident and secure about their financial futures by combining digital innovation with human expertise.

Program of the Day

8:00 AM – Doors Open & Energizing Breakfast
8:30 AM – Welcome & Keynote Talk by Rohan Sukumaran, Applied Machine Learning Scientist at TD/Layer6
9:00 AM – Talk by David Layden, Staff Research Scientist at IBM Quantum
9:30 AM – Challenge Presentation by Emmanuel Hamel, Data Scientist at the Autorité des marchés financiers (AMF)
10:00 AM – Platform Onboarding & Team Formation
10:30 AM – Hacking Begins!
12:00 PM – Lunch Break (or Coding Lunch)
4:30 PM – Showtime: Project Presentations
6:00 PM – Awards & Celebration Drumroll…
6:30 PM – Networking Cocktail

Location

Agora, Mila

6666 Rue Saint-Urbain, Montréal, QC H2S 3H1

How to join us:

De Castelneau 🔵

Beaubien 🟠

Mila, the world’s leading AI research institute, is the perfect hub for a Quantum Machine Learning Hackathon—where cutting-edge AI expertise meets quantum innovation, fostering collaboration among top researchers, industry leaders, and passionate hackers to push the boundaries of technology

Our Team

✉️ Contact Us!

You can contact Olivier at olivier.labreche@mila.quebec for any question regarding this event!