Join the IEEE Québec Section Photonics Chapter for an informal meetup and snack, held alongside Photonics North 2026 in (PLEASE note the room change: Hall 2000CD for networking and food followed by Hall 2000A for the lecture at 18:30) of the Québec City Convention Centre. The newly launched Québec City Photonics Chapter welcomes you at this official event. This is a great opportunity to connect with IEEE members, discover the activities of photonics chapters across Canada, and hear from a world-class researcher working at the frontier of quantum photonics. Sponsors of the event. [] [] [] [] [][] [] [] Co-sponsored by: IEEE Photonics Society, CorActive, IEEE Young Professional, Optica, IEEE Section Québec Speaker(s): Frederic Grillot Agenda: Welcome address — André Fougères, President, IEEE Photonics Chapter of Québec Section Canadian Photonics Chapter Showcase — Brief presentations by Photonics Chapter representatives from IEEE sections across Canada, highlighting current activities, research initiatives, and opportunities for cross-section collaborations. Keynote lecture — Prof. Frédéric Grillot (Université Laval / Télécom Paris): Semiconductor-based Quantum Photonics: From Quantum Dot Lasers to Secure Communications Networking portion – High quality profesionnal networking between industry and academia. Room: Exhibition – Hall 2000CD, Quebec City Convention Centre , 1000 Blvd Rene-Levesque East, Quebec, Quebec, Canada, G1R 5T8