The IO Connect VIP Reception brought together leaders from across Ontario’s interactive entertainment ecosystem for an inspiring evening of connection and shared purpose. A key moment of the night was the Honourable Minister Cho’s reaffirmed commitment to establishing a 12-week service standard for processing the Ontario Interactive Digital Media Tax Credit (OIDMTC) in 2026, an important step for the long-term competitiveness and growth of Ontario’s video game and XR sector.

Attendees welcomed the opportunity to recognize Minister Cho and the teams at the Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Gaming, as well as Ontario Creates, for their continued relentless support of the industry. Their collaboration and openness to dialogue underscore the progress being made toward strengthening Ontario’s position as a global leader in interactive entertainment.

The evening reinforced our shared mission to build the future of Canada’s digital economy right here in Ontario.

Thank you to our event partners and sponsors:
City of Toronto, Xsolla, National Bank, XP Gaming, Insert Coin, Nordicity, Interleave, Innoprofits Solutions, and Amar VR Law. Your support makes gatherings like this possible.