Overview
GameBiz Lab is bringing education and consulting around the business side of video games to Manitoba’s video game community.
For new and aspiring video game studio owners: Apply to be part of a cohort that gets priority access to consultations with industry experts, the ability to book NMM’s space, monthly coworking sessions, and more.
For expert speakers: Meet with an engaged video game community in person in Manitoba, Canada while sharing about your expertise on business of video games topics
For anyone interested the business of video games: Meet with other like-minded Manitobans for in-person talks by industry experts and ask your burning questions.
Want to get in touch with Corinne? Reach out at corinne@newmediamanitoba.com.
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Initial Development Support Program (IDSP)
Are you leading a new or early-stage video game studio? Through the Initial Development Support Program, New Media Manitoba (NMM) will cover up to 75% of eligible expenses such as hardware, software, incorporation costs, insurance, marketing, and professional consultations. Other costs may be eligible if the applicant can describe how they will help the studio grow.
Successful applicants can access up to $5,000 per year. Applications will be reviewed in batches based on the month they are submitted and applicants will be contacted in the first two weeks the following month. Apply now!
The program is supported by Ubisoft Winnpeg.
Cohort Benefits:
- Priority access to consultations with industry experts
- The ability to book NMM’s space, subject to availability
- Exclusive cohort meetup opportunities*
- Participation in an end-of-program showcase event
- Additional benefits as confirmed
*New Media Manitoba will organize opportunities to meet in our training space during times designated for the cohort to be able to mingle, ask questions, and share insights.
Next Cohort
Applications for the 2025-26 Cohort are closed.
Please contact Corinne Gusnoski if you have any specific questions.
Upcoming Events:
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Apply to be a Speaker
Moreover, we are looking for speakers with expertise in the following topics:
- Creation and structuring of a business
- Development planning / project management
- Budgeting / financing / accounting
- Funding sources and supplemental income (contract work, crowdfunding)
- Successfully applying for CMF
- Attending and promoting at video game conferences
- Team management and hiring (employment standards)
- Marketing, public relations, and building a community
- Launching on different platforms
- App Store Optimization
- Pitching
- Legal
Through GameBiz Lab, we are supporting the next generation of local video game studios. Join us and be part of the future of game development in Manitoba!
GameBiz Lab is supported by:
