Published On: June 24th, 2026Closing Toronto Games Week 2026 In Style! What a night to close out Toronto Games Week. From game demos to a breathtaking aerial silk performer, the energy at Demo Room was exactly what years of community building looks like in action. Thank [...]
Published On: June 3rd, 2026From 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.
Published On: May 26th, 2026XP 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 plaque marking Interactive Ontario's 25th anniversary, and having it recognized in front of our community made it a moment we [...]
Published On: May 12th, 2026Excellent 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 of sustained, collective advocacy by Canada's creative sectors, and a clear signal that the federal government champions the global ambitions [...]
Published On: May 1st, 2026Indie 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.
Published On: April 14th, 2026From 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.
Published On: April 2nd, 2026A 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.
Published On: March 5th, 2026EQ 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, professionals, and network with dozens of industry-leading talent. It will take place March 23–24, 2026 at The Bentway in Toronto. [...]
Published On: January 15th, 2026Welcome 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 active year for Ontario’s interactive entertainment sector. This year also marks Interactive Ontario’s 25th anniversary. We look forward to celebrating [...]
Published On: December 10th, 2025Last week, the IO Connect VIP Reception brought together leaders from across Ontario’s interactive entertainment ecosystem for an evening of connection and shared purpose.
