Toronto Games Week 2026: A Week to Remember
Closing Toronto Games Week 2026 In Style! What a night to close out Toronto Games Week. From game demos to a breathtaking [...]
Join us for Giant Video Games, TGW, Video Game Month, and IO’s 25th
From XP Game Summit 2026 to the prestigious Canadian Game Awards stage, we were recently reminded of just how much talent, ambition, and dedication make up Ontario's interactive entertainment sector. Learn about everything that happened and everyone who made it possible.
25 Years, Recognized: A Moment We Will Carry With Us
XP Game Summit 2026 gave us a moment we will not soon forget. At the opening ceremony, Jason Lepine and the XP Gaming Inc. team presented us with a commemorative [...]
Applauding the Renewal of the Federal Creative Export Strategy
Excellent news for Canada's creative industries: the federal government has permanently renewed the Creative Export Strategy, with $95M over five years and $19M annually thereafter. This renewal is the result [...]
Marketing Bootcamp Returns, Showcase at GVG’s Indie Zone, Toronto Made BIG Screen Opportunity and Much More
Indie Superboost Marketing and Discoverability Bootcamp returns, two separate opportunities to get your game in front of Toronto audiences this summer, a chance to vote for Ontario's best at the Canadian Game Awards, and funding & market access through TIFF.
Gamescom Program Deadline April 24, Masterclass Ticket Price Cut in Half, CMF Changes and Much More
From our newly discounted Game Business Masterclass, a brand new Gamescom IP Accelerator for Ontario studios, highlighting Ontario’s fresh talent at Level Up Showcase, and a major funding win with the CMF, there's a lot to celebrate, and even more to act on.
Interactive Ontario Celebrates Unprecedented CMF Investment in Canada’s Interactive Digital Media Sector
A significant moment for Canada’s Interactive Digital Media (IDM) industry, thanks to the Canada Media Fund. The CMF delivered the largest budget increase our sector has ever seen: a 36% increase in IDM funding, from $42M to $57M.
Studios Working in Immersive/Digital Installations, B2B with buyers/partners Deadline! Welcome Velan Studios, New Masterclass Dates & Networking Mixer
EQ Toronto: Register Today! Join us for a two-day interprovincial networking and business development event for studios creating digital/immersive experiences in Ontario and Quebec. Connect with leading buyers, [...]
Kick Off 2026 with IO: Responsible AI Talk, Game Business Masterclass Returns, New Events Calendar, and More
Welcome back, and happy New Year from the Interactive Ontario team. As we begin 2026, we are excited to share what is shaping up to be a strong and [...]
Celebrating Minister Cho’s Commitment & IO Connect: Holiday Mixer Recap & More
Last week, the IO Connect VIP Reception brought together leaders from across Ontario’s interactive entertainment ecosystem for an evening of connection and shared purpose.