THQ VP Steve DeCosta says it's not just the tax breaks that make Montreal such an appealing place to set up shop, but also the talent pool in the region -- sentiments shared by neighboring Ontario minister Sandra Pupatello.
THQ VP Steve DeCosta says it's not just the tax breaks that make Montreal such an appealing place to set up shop, but also the talent pool in the region -- sentiments shared by neighboring Ontario minister Sandra Pupatello.
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Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 9:22PM (Unverified) said
"it's not just the tax breaks that make Montreal such an appealing place to set up shop, "
ahh gotcha
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ahh gotcha
Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 9:22PM unboring said
terrorist? REALLY? but yes it isn't only because we are fucking awesome, it's also because the our government recognizes the importance of the gaming industry and the jobs that go with it, thus providing the necessary tax incentives to secure new offices! It's also because we are fucking fantastic and they like to party with us and drink are awesome beer.
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Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 9:24PM (Unverified) said
everything anti-US is pro terrorism
welcome to the 21st century
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welcome to the 21st century
Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 9:25PM (Unverified) said
Why are they terrorists?
Canada was offering big tax credits in an attempt to attract more 'tech' jobs. It's one of the reasons for Ubisoft Montreal.
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Canada was offering big tax credits in an attempt to attract more 'tech' jobs. It's one of the reasons for Ubisoft Montreal.
Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 9:31PM Ezio Auditore da Firenze said
You can't get decent french fries with mayo in the US.
That's why.
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That's why.
Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 9:35PM TheyDidItFirst said
How many major publishers have studios in Montreal now? Even if its only Ubisoft, EA, and THQ, that's a pretty damn impressive number. Its always nice to hear about studio openings.
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Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 10:06PM (Unverified) said
There are quite a few now. Check out this list of Montreal game related studios:
http://www.gamesmontreal.com/blog/montreal-game-companies/
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http://www.gamesmontreal.com/blog/montreal-game-companies/
Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 9:38PM (Unverified) said
"You can't get decent french fries with mayo"
Christ I actually gagged thinking about what that would taste like XD
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Christ I actually gagged thinking about what that would taste like XD
Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 9:40PM (Unverified) said
No, but you can get decent ranch and pizza fries (at least you can here-I love Eegees)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eegee%27s
Guess they're AZ only. Some of the best damn slushies around.
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eegee%27s
Guess they're AZ only. Some of the best damn slushies around.
Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 9:43PM unknown159 said
Szayel Aporro Grantz is very much right,
I can see the board room now-
Suit 1 "OK guys where do you want to take the new division? New York?, Miami?"
Suit 2" How about Montreal?"
Suit 1 " Montreal?"
Suit 2 "yeah, the love to party, and they have crazy hot women"
Suit 1 "I'll be in Montreal"
Montreal is one of the most beautiful cities in Canada, everything is in walking distance, greater nightlife, perfect women (for the most part) and great attitude.
I get out to Montreal at least once a year.
good luck THQ
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I can see the board room now-
Suit 1 "OK guys where do you want to take the new division? New York?, Miami?"
Suit 2" How about Montreal?"
Suit 1 " Montreal?"
Suit 2 "yeah, the love to party, and they have crazy hot women"
Suit 1 "I'll be in Montreal"
Montreal is one of the most beautiful cities in Canada, everything is in walking distance, greater nightlife, perfect women (for the most part) and great attitude.
I get out to Montreal at least once a year.
good luck THQ
Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 9:54PM Ezio Auditore da Firenze said
Ranch and pizza fries, huh?
Doesn't sound too bad. I'll still prefer fried green beans with ranch, though. =P
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Doesn't sound too bad. I'll still prefer fried green beans with ranch, though. =P
Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 10:14PM (Unverified) said
I've thought about moving to Canada.
But I still love my America. For now.
The Motherland is always calling, though.
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But I still love my America. For now.
The Motherland is always calling, though.
Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 11:20PM (Unverified) said
Go wherever a computer is not, and you'll have my blessings.
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Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 11:23PM (Unverified) said
How on earth do you get a Wi-Fi signal in that sewer? Or are you tapping into a FO line?
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Posted: Dec 4th 2009 1:09AM (Unverified) said
TMNT > Star Wars. This is pretty much fact. Just sayin'.
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Posted: Dec 4th 2009 12:34AM finnith said
Actually I'm sorry Ghen (I'm not being sarcastic), I probably shouldn't be so harsh on Joystiq.
It's just pissing me off that he's getting downvoted simply for for posting. If there was a good reason behind it I would understand but this is just unacceptable.
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It's just pissing me off that he's getting downvoted simply for for posting. If there was a good reason behind it I would understand but this is just unacceptable.
Posted: Dec 4th 2009 12:36AM (Unverified) said
The downvotes have mostly stopped (the anti-people made themselves just look like jackasses) Don't worry about it too much.
Though I do have to wonder if all these 'I hate Darth' people are the same person. They all have similar habits.
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Though I do have to wonder if all these 'I hate Darth' people are the same person. They all have similar habits.
Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 10:19PM (Unverified) said
Unknown:
"Montreal is one of the most beautiful cities in Canada, everything is in walking distance, greater nightlife, perfect women (for the most part) and great attitude.
I get out to Montreal at least once a year.
good luck THQ
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Uncontrol:
"poutine is where it's at
i moved to montreal a few months ago and it's seriously the best place on earth, the girls are all hot as hell, shopping is great and everyone is super nice"
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Guys, your comments make me cry... honestly it's very nice hearing so much positive stuff about my hometown. Especially coming from "foreigners". :P
Thanks!
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"Montreal is one of the most beautiful cities in Canada, everything is in walking distance, greater nightlife, perfect women (for the most part) and great attitude.
I get out to Montreal at least once a year.
good luck THQ
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Uncontrol:
"poutine is where it's at
i moved to montreal a few months ago and it's seriously the best place on earth, the girls are all hot as hell, shopping is great and everyone is super nice"
~~~~~~~~~~
Guys, your comments make me cry... honestly it's very nice hearing so much positive stuff about my hometown. Especially coming from "foreigners". :P
Thanks!
Posted: Dec 4th 2009 5:23PM (Unverified) said
oh god. Not all Americans think that. Well some do, but ignorance seems to grow like weeds here.
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Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 10:39PM (Unverified) said
To give yall idea of the scale of the tax breaks up here:
"(CP) Nov 12, 2009, HALIFAX, N.S. — Nova Scotia's business development agency is offering financial assistance to bring a New York-based video game developer to Halifax.
Longtail Studios plans to create up to 60 jobs over the next five years. The province, through Nova Scotia Business Inc., is providing a five-year payroll rebate to a maximum of $1,077,397.
Longtail Studios develops games for the Nintendo Wii, Xbox 360 and Nintendo DS."
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"(CP) Nov 12, 2009, HALIFAX, N.S. — Nova Scotia's business development agency is offering financial assistance to bring a New York-based video game developer to Halifax.
Longtail Studios plans to create up to 60 jobs over the next five years. The province, through Nova Scotia Business Inc., is providing a five-year payroll rebate to a maximum of $1,077,397.
Longtail Studios develops games for the Nintendo Wii, Xbox 360 and Nintendo DS."
Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 10:46PM ch3burashka said
I wonder if all the Montreal studio employees gather under some highway and have 'Anchorman'-esque fights.
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Posted: Dec 3rd 2009 10:49PM LuTon James said
Good for them and all but I don't think I have played a THQ title for a long time, nor do I plan on playing one anytime soon. I know DoW is good but I'm a console person, and none of their games really stand out to me.
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Posted: Dec 4th 2009 12:01AM (Unverified) said
So the U.S. is allowed to give incentives for businesses to open up, but Canada isn't?
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