Justin Trudeau explains the basics of quantum computing. The Prime Minister was in Waterloo, Ontario visiting the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics. Read more here



Prime Minister Justin Trudeau affirmed today a budget announcement of $50 million for the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics in Waterloo, Ont.

"It's extremely important to underline just how essential the work being done here is, not just for Canada but for the entire world," said Trudeau.

"The investment we're announcing today will strengthen the Perimeter Institute's position as a world-leading research centre in helping advance Canada's role as a leader in the global scientific community."

Trudeau's visit to the think-tank was met with much anticipation: a crush of media and spectators, and even a high-profile video welcome from star theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking.