International Indie XR & Games Delegation @ Signals Creative Tech Expo

Presented by DigiBC - The Creative Technology Association of British Columbia, XP Gaming Inc and the Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF).

ABOUT THE DELEGATION

Join us in beautiful Vancouver for an exclusive, curated four day experience for international Indie XR & game studios, producers, creators, and publishers. This is your gateway to North America's cutting-edge creative technology ecosystem—where art, innovation, and business meet.

Delegates will gain VIP access to the (Oct 3–12) and VIFF’s artist and industry programming, featuring keynotes, networking, funding workshops, and showcase opportunities—all while making real connections with the West Coast's most exciting creators and studios.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

• Indie game developers and XR creators
• Studio founders and executive producers
• International creative tech leaders
• Publishers, investors, and curators
• Cultural institutions and global co-production partners

GET INVOLVED

• Spots are limited
• Showcase opportunities at Beta Lounge and speaking slots will be curated by the DigiBC & VIFF teams
• Once you register, we’ll be in touch to confirm your studio’s participation level
• Questions? Contact [email protected]

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OCTOBER 2 – Arrival + Gala

• 15:00 Hotel Check-in
• 18:00 Welcome Cocktail (hotel lobby)
• 19:00 VIFF Opening Night Gala

OCTOBER 3 – XP Gaming & Signals Opening Night

• 08:30 Arrival @ DigiBC Creative Tech Studio (breakfast included)
• 09:00 XP Gaming Keynote & B2B Sessions
• 13:00 Onsite Lunch
• 14:00 Afternoon Gaming Sessions
• 16:30 Indie Producers Networking Happy Hour
• 18:00 Signals Opening Night Reception

OCTOBER 4 – Beta Lounge & MeetToMatch

• 08:30: Light Breakfast with Signals Team
• 10:00: Business Development Sessions @ Beta Lounge
• 13:00: Indie Studio Showcases
• 15:30: International Markets Sharing Panel
• 16:30: Co-Production Workshop w/ Canadian Media Fund
• 18:00: MeetToMatch Industry Mixer
• 19:30: Optional Special Experience / Performance

OCTOBER 5 – Departure or Explore VIFF & SIGNALS

• Optional programming continues through Oct 12

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• Delegates will receive a tax invoice which visitors to Canada can use to apply for a GST rebate. This is an exclusive invitation for international delegates only.

• Selected meals throughout
• Access to curated networking with studios, funders, and creators
• Exclusive behind-the-scenes look at BC’s Creative Technology Talent Pipeline
• VIFF Artist & Industry Pass (Oct 2–12)
• SIGNALS Creative Tech Expo Pass (Oct 3–12)
• VIFF Opening Night Gala (Oct 2)
• Signals Opening Night Celebration (Oct 3)
• XP Gaming Sessions & B2B Industry Programming (Oct 3)
• International Co-Productions Workshop with Canadian Media Fund
• Speaking Opportunities at International Market Panels
• MeetToMatch Industry Mixer — Mingle with leaders, investors & educators

• Beta Lounge Studio Showcase — Present or connect with ready-for-market XR/gaming work (Oct 4)

• Travel and accommodation are not included
• For hotel discounts, contact [email protected]

Host or Publisher DigiBC