Desjardins to kickstart growth for businesses incubated by Quantino
Quebec City, January 19, 2026 – Desjardins is teaming up with Quantino, a high-tech incubator powered by INO, to back a project that will fuel innovation and help startups grow. By making a major contribution of $400,000 through its GoodSpark Fund, Desjardins will be the main private partner for the project and provide incubated businesses with exclusive access to a full range of financial services and expertise.
Through this strategic partnership, Desjardins and Quantino will drive innovation and growth for companies in the medical technology, photonics and quantum sectors. Incubated businesses will benefit from Desjardins’s expertise and enjoy comprehensive financial support that includes meetings with specialists, targeted training, easier access to funding programs and tailored solutions for mortgage credit and commercial insurance.
“At Desjardins, we believe that innovation is an essential driver of economic and social development,” explains Jean-François Trudel, General Manager of Caisse Desjardins des Technologies. “Through our GoodSpark Fund, we’re proud to support Quantino, a one-of-a-kind incubator that helps tech companies bring their technologies to market and create skilled jobs right here in Canada. This partnership shows our dedication to fostering a sustainable and competitive economy for the good of communities and generations to come.”
“Bringing Desjardins on board will strengthen Quantino’s partner network and expand our offering to help young tech companies succeed,” says Mariona Ferrer, Director of Quantino. “The partnership will reinforce our abilityas an incubator to support these startups at every stage of their development—and turn their ambitions into solid, lasting success.”
The nerve centre for the project will be Espace coopératif Desjardins, a new open-concept area with 43 workstations where teams from emerging companies can develop their products, share ideas and forge ties that open the door to joint initiatives.
ABOUT QUANTINO
Powered by INO, Quantino is a Quebec-based high-tech incubator specializing in optics, photonics, hardware, and medical and quantum technologies. Its activities are made possible by the support and recognition of its initial partners, the City of Quebec, Quebec’s Ministère de l’Économie, de l’Innovation et de l’Énergie, and Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions. www.quantino.ca.
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Mathieu Bilodeau
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