Gear Up for the Canadian Esports & Gaming Industry Summit
Gamers, prepare to unite for the inaugural Canadian Esports & Gaming Industry Summit (CEGIS) coming to the Vancouver Convention Centre, alongside the Battle of BC 7 gaming competition, during the weekend of March 28-30. Join industry leaders in one of Canada’s fastest growing esports hubs while connecting with global professionals to build a unified and sustainable vision for the esports industry.
Organized by Galint Gaming, in partnership with the British Columbia Esports Association (BCEA), the first annual CEGIS will feature B2B networking opportunities, panels and talks focused on industry collaboration, innovation, and growth.
Over two days, connect with professionals across the esports sector, including organizers, event producers, managers, gaming business leaders, and educational professionals.
Vancouver Gaming
CEGIS' launch aims to unite and strengthen the Esports industry. Vancouver is already home to many big gaming studios and independent developers like Relic Entertainment, Blackbird Interactive, Next Level Games, East Side Games, 2K, Electronic Arts, and many more.
Esports and the gaming industries are evolving rapidly. CEGIS is designed to build connections and develop a sustainable, unified vision for the esports industry. Vancouver, ranked in the top ten of video game development hubs as well as the biggest visual effects and animation cluster in the world, will be an ideal host city.
From Olympics inclusion to government support, global recognition is growing with a need for further industry alignment. Events like CEGIS aim to provide spaces for professionals to come together, identify opportunities, and work toward a shared vision that drives growth across all levels of the industry.
Summit Activities
Panels & Presentations – Join in on the six sessions tackling the biggest questions in esports, including storytelling, event production, industry growth, collegiate development, game design, and esports tourism.
Speakers – Learn directly from industry voices like Esport Canada Founder & CEO Melissa Burns, Conestoga College Esports Manager Chris Lamarucciola, ESID/AESA Business Development Specialist CK Dhaliwal, Aether Studios Community Director George Rogers, and many others.
Interactive Panels – Audience participation is encouraged as attendees can ask questions, share insights, and contribute to the discussion.
Networking – Build connections to fuel business, career growth, and a stronger esports community.
Battle of BC 7 – An international esports event celebrating camaraderie featuring gamers from around the world. Embrace the multi-day experience beyond tournament play that blends high-stakes competition in a vibrant community atmosphere!
To purchase tickets to CEGIS, visit Eventbrite.
Summit attendees should grab something to eat and drink at one of Vancouver's many themed restaurants or games-oriented bars afterwards. Try visiting specially themed spots like Arcana Spirit Lounge, Jungle Room, Key Party, and The Shameful Tiki Room or arcade bars like Greta Bar, The Den, and Glitch.
For more tech-related activities and industry opportunities, check out the Web Summit coming to Vancouver in May.