IT Services and software development: a thriving sector in Montréal
Greater Montréal is a global hub in information technology that boasts a diversified economy focused on knowledge and innovation. It features the most competitive operating costs among major metropolitan regions in Canada and the United States, while providing a business-friendly environment for companies choosing to establish in the region.
Choosing Montréal to develop your business means taking advantage of a cutting-edge technological ecosystem.
Montréal can count on a pool of highly qualified talent, cutting-edge industries, and strong expertise, notably in artificial intelligence (AI), to support its technological sector. It ranks first in the country in terms of funding for university research, with $1.6B invested annually.
- A highly qualified and bilingual workforce
- High-calibre universities and training programs adapted to the needs of businesses
- A diverse ecosystem, with world leaders including in visual effects, virtual reality, and AI
- The most competitive operating costs of the 20 largest cities in Canada and the United States
- Attractive incentives: up to 30% of eligible salaries and expenses