About

io is a not-for-profit industry trade organization committed to the growth of the Ontario interactive digital content industry. To this end "io" is an industry advocate within Ontario and nationally as a founding member of the Canadian Interactive Alliance /Alliance interactive canadienne (CIAIC).

To facilitate connections between businesses and stimulate industry growth "io" organizes numerous events throughout the year – including a high-level international industry ICE (www.ice08.com), monthly case studies/panels and networking events.

io represents over 200 interactive digital media companies and stakeholders including game developers, mobile content producers, e-Learning companies, education / training institutions, broadcasters, unions and guilds. For details on "io"'s Mandate click here.

Interactive Ontario (io) was known as the New Media Business Alliance (NMBA) for almost six years until March 21, 2007.

Why was Interactive Ontario formed?

Interactive Ontario started as NMBA in 2001 by leaders within the interactive digital media content industry to represent their interests and to form alliances that would grow the industry. It has worked to build an effective communications channel with all levels of government and related private sector interests.

Who are interactive digital media content producers?

Interactive digital media content producers, a subset of the broader new media industry, are the companies who create the information, entertainment and education content delivered through various digital platforms (Internet, Mobile devices, game consoles, etc).

Who can vote?

All Full Member companies can vote. Full Members have the opportunity to select board members via a vote that takes place at Interactive Ontario's Annual General Meeting. Supporting Members are not permitted to vote.

Who are Interactive Ontario’s partners?

Interactive Ontario works closely with a number of organizations to further industry goals and to create interesting events and programs.

Click here to learn more about io's partners.