Film groups want Quebec to lead the virtual way

By Steve Faguy

MONTREAL - Could Quebec become a leading hub for the development of a production industry focused on virtual and augmented reality?Maybe.On Tuesday, the Quebec Film and Television Council released the results of a study into the possible creation of a “centre of excellence” in AR and VR. It suggests that the province’s position as a centre for technology, film and video production, visual effects and game development make it an ideal place for investment.And since the technology is in its infancy, now is the time to act.“It’s the wild west. The market is for the taking,” said René Bourdages, President...