Montréal investit 100 000 $ pour attirer les chercheurs quittant les États-Unis / La Presse
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 4:22 pm permalink
The City of Montreal has unveiled a $100K initiative to attract U.S.-based scientists and researchers looking for a change in scenery. Officials say the move is a strategic economic boost that comes amid tensions across the border, with local innovation as the ultimate prize.
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