GRANTS FOR VIDEOGAME DEVELOPMENT

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Second IGDA Toronto event of 2026!

Join us for an informative session about applying to grants from Ontario Creates and Canada Media Fund. Followed our traditional Meet & Mingle.

George Brown College, 3 Lower Jarvis St, Room 240. From the entrance, take the stairs and the room 240 is right ahead.

Speakers:

Kim Gibson – Program Consultant, Interactive Digital Media | ONTARIO CREATES

Kim Gibson is forward-thinking leader in the interactive entertainment industry, with more than two decades of experience working with content creators through her role at Ontario Creates. She has designed and operated highly sought-after programs that have contributed to the growth of the province’s video game industry most notably the Interactive Digital Media Fund and Intellectual Property Fund which have been instrumental in providing funding for concept development, production, international business and audience development activities. A recipient of the WIFT-T Digital Trailblazer Crystal Award in 2019, she is widely recognized for her creative leadership, and commitment to the industry, and is known for her ability to discover and nurture emerging talent.

Shelley Coultish - Deputy Director, CMF Program Administrator | TELEFILM CANADA

Shelley Coultish holds the position of Deputy Director, CMF Program Administrator based out of Telefilm Canada’s Toronto office. The CMF is a not-for-profit corporation that delivers approximately $346 million in funding annually to support the Canadian television and interactive digital media industries through two streams of funding. Through the Linear Stream, the CMF supports the creation of television and digital linear series for consumption by Canadians anytime, anywhere.  Through the Interactive Digital Media Stream, the CMF encourages the development of innovative, interactive digital media content and software applications.

Dave Proctor - Director | MIGTHY YELL

Dave Proctor is the Director at Migthy Yell Studios, a company about making our own games and helping others finish theirs. Game design, programming, writing for our games. Freelance producer, writer, and audio designer for external projects.

IMPORTANT Reminder from Great Lakes Brewpub:

• Please remember that outside food or drinks are not allowed.
• We must stay on the west side of the dining room, and avoid crowding the other customers.

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Don't be shy. First-timers are definitely welcome! These events are FREE to attend and YOU DON'T NEED TO BE AN IGDA MEMBER. If you're planning to come, please get a free ticket in advance so we can prepare our headcount for the venues.

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