Paris, 23 January 2014 – Today, Ubisoft announced its plans to invest CAD 28 million over the course of three years with the goal of creating 100 new jobs at its Quebec City studio. These investments will enable the studio to strengthen its infrastructure and recruit new talents, and take the lead on the development of AAA next-gen games. The Quebec government is supporting the studio’s expansion as part of the ESSOR program, with a contribution of CAD 510,000.
Since its creation in 2005, the Ubisoft Quebec studio has developed expertise in state-of the-art technologies and in the creation of online, connected, and mobile gaming universes. The studio has also collaborated on the development of games in the Assassin’s Creed®, Might & Magic®, and Prince of Persia® series.
“We’re pleased to be reinforcing our presence and our expertise in Quebec City with the help of the government” said Ubisoft co-founder and CEO, Yves Guillemot. “Ubisoft is home to more than 9,000 talented team members worldwide who are dedicated to creating the best games in the industry. Our Quebec City studio has demonstrated its ability to manage largescale projects and it is a natural progression to entrust the team with the production of AAA next-gen games.”
Nicolas Rioux, Managing Director and Vice President of Ubisoft Quebec, added, “Since the studio opened its doors, we’ve worked on almost 25 games, and our team of more than 320 talented people is recognized for its creativity and innovation. This investment will enable the studio to take the lead on the development of AAA next-gen games” he concluded.
“We are proud to accompany Ubisoft in its growth in Quebec. Interactive entertainment is an important vector for the economy in the Quebec City region, and helps to promote Quebec’s savoir-faire on an international level” stated Prime Minister Pauline Marois.
“We are delighted that the government is supporting Ubisoft’s development as the company plays an important role in Quebec City” said Quebec City mayor, Régis Labeaume. “This announcement will definitely help to maintain the vitality of the interactive entertainment industry here in Quebec.”
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