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Meet the artists transforming how we experience art, technology, and community.

We’re so proud to showcase these visionary voices as part of the 2025 Signals Creative Tech Expo.

Signals is presented by DigiBC & @viffest.bsky.social

Discover the full lineup: https://bit.ly/3ICwYFZ

#SignalsExpo

The Signals Creative Tech Expo is coming up soon, October 3–12, and we’re ⭐incredibly⭐ excited to shine a spotlight on so many storytellers, designers, and innovators who are shaping the future of interactive art, here in B.C. and beyond. @viffest.bsky.social

🔗 https://bit.ly/3ICwYFZ

(2/2) This is designed to help new video game companies establishing their foothold in the market, providing them with a strategic boost to enhance their prospects for long-term success.

🗓️ Apply by October 27
➡️ Learn more: creativebc.com/funding-prog...

📢 Applications are now open for the Video Games Early Stage Growth Program 📢

Creative BC just announced the launch of this new pilot initiative that will provide $300,000 in funding to support emerging video game companies in BC. Eligible applicants can apply for grants of up to $50,000. (1/2)

On Oct 3–4, XP Indie Biz Connect + Beta Lounge is where you can learn the business of games.

Use code XPVAN25DIGIBC at checkout for 25% off both Business and VIP Passes.

Register here: signals.digibc.org/beta-lounge-xp-indie-biz-connect-2025

#XPIndieBiz #BetaLounge #GameDev #VancouverGames

#TechTalentNorth is the go-to event for tech and HR leaders. Whether you’re leading a startup or shaping culture at a global tech company, you’ll leave with actionable insights to future-proof your workforce.

➡️ Use the promo code DIGIBC20 for 20% off
➡️ bit.ly/4g6GLR3

#FutureOfWork #TTNW2025

A fantastic range of initiatives will come out of our new partnership with @netflix.com.

But they all have one thing in common: they’re about making high-quality education accessible, and opening doors for more people to join our industry.

Learn more: bit.ly/3UscUbO

#Netflix #Animation #VFX

🌟 30+ interactive projects
🎭 Special live performance nights
🎮 Exclusive #videogame previews
🤖 #AI that powers collective dreams
🌍 Indigenous storytellers leading #innovation

Tickets on sale now. 15% off until September 15.

Come dream with us 💫

➡️ Tickets & Info: signals.digibc.org
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Signals. Is. Back. 🚀✨

The future of storytelling returns to Vancouver! The 2025 Signals Creative Tech Expo is lighting up Oct 3-12 with reality-bending #XR experiences, #interactive performances & #immersive worlds you can become a part of. (1/2)

#SignalsExpo #DigitalStorytelling

Netflix’s #animation and #VFX teams in B.C. have already left their mark on screens!

(Featured here: stills from the Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F VFX breakdown)

Now @netflix.com is investing in the future of the local industry, via a new partnership with DigiBC. 👉 bit.ly/3UscUbO

#DigiBC #Netflix

Early Bird pricing is now live for XP Indie Biz Connect and Beta Lounge @ Signals

Designed to help indie studios grow through funding, publishing, and business partnerships.

Get your #XPVAN25 pass while prices last: signals.digibc.org/beta-lounge-...

@digibc.bsky.social

B.C.’s animation and VFX scene are getting a boost from none other than @netflix.com.

We’ll be partnering with Netflix as they make a multi-year investment in training, mentorship, and more.

👀👉 bit.ly/3UscUbO

#DigiBC #Netflix #Animation #VFX

Call for speakers! XP Indie Biz Connect Vancouver + Beta Lounge, Oct 3–4

Help shape the industry by sharing your insights on the business of making games. Funding, publishing, marketing, legal, accounting and more!

Apply to speak @ wkf.ms/46csUnc

@digibc.bsky.social

Ever wondered how a visual masterpiece like The Last of Us comes together? Here’s a glimpse of the VFX magic by #DNEG.🙌

If you're at #SIGGRAPH2025 this week, don’t miss the DNEG team sharing more behind-the-scenes insights from their stunning work on this series. 👀 >>> bit.ly/45AUZEV

What happens when storytelling shifts from one-way – to something we co-create with machines?

Loc Dao’s talk at #siggraph2025 will tackle this timely – and sometimes thorny – topic, exploring how XR and AI are transforming the way we create. 👀

#DigiBC #XR #AI

📢 Are you ready to showcase your project to investors, publishers & industry leaders? Apply now to exhibit at Beta Lounge. This is an exclusive component of the Signals Creative Tech Expo, designed to foster connections among leaders, creators and innovators in XR & video games.

➡️ bit.ly/4m2VG0C

Mark your calendars for the next IGB Sessions on Sep 17-18. Hear from amazing speakers and connect with fellow game developers and publishers. Industry experts will cover a range of essential topics on how to fund, publish, and run a successful indie game studio. 🎮 🤝

➡️ Register here: bit.ly/4fdEzqh

XP Indie Biz Connect and Beta Lounge @ Signals return Oct 3–4! This one-of-a-kind B2B experience is designed for indie studios to access the people and insights they need to build their business.

Save 50% until Aug 1.

🎟️ bit.ly/3GDIlN8

#XPVAN25 @xpgaminginc.bsky.social @viffest.bsky.social

How does DigiBC support BC’s creative tech industry? By fostering local talent, helping local studios grow and giving local innovation a platform to shine on the world stage.

Swipe to see how we’re delivering on our mission, from global events to local advocacy. 👀

#DigiBC #CreativeTechnology

🇨🇦 From July 1–8, celebrate indie creativity from coast to coast and discover more than 300 games made in Canada! 🎮

➡️ store.steampowered.com/curator/4554...

#CanadianGames #SteamSaleCanada #JeuxCanadiens #GameDevNorth

Know a girl who’s curious about coding or loves video games? Our DigiCamps are back this summer – and they’re made for girls aged 11–13 to explore what it’s like to build games from the ground up.

Learn more or sign up here: 👉 digibc.org/programs/dig...

#DigiCamps #GirlsInSTEM #CreativeTech

Huge congratulations to DigiBC member @sunsetvisitor.studio for their game #1000xRESIST winning a Peabody Award, the oldest major honour for electronic & broadcast media in the US! 👏👏👏

The game is just the 4th one to win an award since the Immersive & Interactive category was introduced in 2022. 🏆

A new cohort of Work Placement Program (#WPP) students just completed their orientation – and they’re now well underway! We’re so excited to have you all onboard. 👏👏

Learn more about the program or sign up: digibc.org/work-placeme...

#DigiBC #WorkPlacementPilot #CreativeTechCareers

(2/2) We’re so proud of what our province brought to the table, and excited for what comes next.

#WebSummit #DigiBC #CreativeTech #WebSummitVancouver

And that’s a wrap on Web Summit Vancouver! It was such an honour to represent and promote BC’s creative tech sector on the world stage. (1/2)

And… our Web Summit BC Pavilion is live! We’ll be here from 8:30am to 12:30pm, connecting BC companies with global partners, investors and industry leaders.

➡️ Full lineup: digibc.org/bc-pavilion

#WebSummitVancouver #DigiBC #CreativeTech #BCPavilion

Web Summit kicks off today, along with our #BetaLounge – where some of BC’s top creative studios are meeting with global investors and publishers to pitch groundbreaking projects, secure funding and spark powerful new partnerships.

Exciting times ahead!

#WebSummitVancouver #DigiBC #CreativeTech

Our team will be at Web Summit, showcasing BC’s amazing creative tech ecosystem to a global audience – how about you?

Be sure to stop by our Beta Lounge, BC Pavilion and Startup Island features to say hello!

#WebSummitVancouver #DigiBC #CreativeTech

Web Summit Vancouver is coming up soon, and we’re beyond excited to have a dedicated presence at this premier global tech conference!

We’ll have three main features on the ground, all geared to spotlight BC’s leadership in the sector. 👀

#WebSummitVancouver #DigiBC #CreativeTech

DigiCamps are back for Summer 2025! These hands-on workshops teach girls aged 11–13 how to build a video game from the ground up, while learning how to code in Python.

Registration details on our website: digibc.org/programs/dig...

#DigiCamps #GirlsInSTEM #CreativeTech