Square Enix Group Bulks Up Eidos-Montreal Studio With Plans For 250 New Jobs In Montreal

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Dave Forde
November 22, 2011

Integrated entertainment group, Square Enix Group, announced plans to expand their Montreal operations through its Eidos-Montreal studio and the creation of a new second studio, Square Enix Montreal that is scheduled to open in 2012.

“Montreal is a vibrant centre of game creators with industry-leading talent, and one of the most important bases of our global network of game development within the Square Enix Group,” said Yoichi Wada, President and Chief Executive Officer, SQUARE ENIX HOLDINGS CO., LTD.

Eidos-Montreal, a studio which was established in 2007, released its first game, DEUS EX: HUMAN REVOLUTION. With this new studio in place, 150 jobs will be created.

Square joins a growing list of gaming studios setting up shop in Canada including Electronic Arts, THQ and Ubisoft in forming a major Canadian studio, all of which have figured out the tax credits they are eligible for in Canada.

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Dave “The Connector” Forde has been involved in the marketing, public relations and technology industry across Canada for over 20 years in various sales and marketing roles, he launched The Connected One network of business sites which connects buyers to the right sellers. Profectio and PR In Canada covers news about the marketing and public relations industry each day helping professionals advance their career and businesses. He also serves as an advisor to a number of businesses across the country. Find Dave on LinkedIn and Twitter.


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