Toronto, Canada – The gaming industry in Canada is set to receive a major boost as The Canadian Game Awards (CGA) and the Canadian Indie Game Awards (CIGA) return to bring its debut live show to Toronto. Every year, CGA recognizes the best and brightest in the sector.
The two hour show will highlight the achievements of developers, designers, publishers, and influencers who have contributed to the growth of the Canadian gaming and esports industry. It will feature multiple categories, including Best Art Direction, Best Game Design, Best Score/Soundtrack, Game of the Year, Best Esports Coach, Best Francophone Streamer, among others.
The Canadian Game Awards will be a platform for celebrating excellence and innovation in the Canadian gaming industry, and will provide an opportunity for those in the sector to network and connect with each other.
“We are thrilled to announce the 4th edition of the Canadian Game Awards, and the first in person award show that celebrates the industry since 2016,” said Carl Edwin-Michel, the founder of the event. “We believe that Canada has one of the most vibrant and dynamic gaming industries in the world, and we are excited to recognize the contributions of those who have made it so successful.”
Both events will be streamed live on twitch.tv/cgameawards and be in person.
The Canadian Game Awards will take place April 21st at Daniel Spectrum – 585 Dundas St E, Toronto, ON M5A 2B7.
The Canadian Indie Game Awards will take place April 20th at Artscape Daniels Launchpad -East Tower, 130 Queens Quay E 4th Floor, Toronto, ON M5A 0P6.
The event is open to all members of the Canadian gaming industry but also to gamers from all walks of life. Tickets will be available for purchase on the event website.
For more information on the Canadian Game Awards, please visit cgameawards.ca
To purchase tickets for CGA visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/canadian-game-awards-tickets-602383554427
To RSVP for CIGA visit:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/602449822637
Media Contact:
Shana Wang
shana@northernarena.ca
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