Partnership Program

Overview

Championing the growth of the interactive digital media industry (IDM) is our commitment to you.

NMM collaborates closely with our governments, academia, and the business community. With our partners, we empower people with growth opportunities, adapt to market changes with vigour and provide resources to pursue the boldest dreams.

To ensure responsive and impactful support for anyone and any industry investing in IDM and technology driven products & services, NMM has evolved from our previous membership model and now offers a variety of annual partnerships.

The doors are open for more inclusive support for delivering our programming and services. We hope you are as excited as we are to explore the new ways we can support you and collaborate to meet our collective goals for years to come.

Partnership Information

We’re looking to develop long-lasting partnerships with like-minded organizations. These partnerships are rooted in a shared vision of a stronger IDM sector.

As a Partner, you’ll get increased visibility within a diverse selection of audiences across Manitoba, Canada and globally. You’ll also have the opportunity to demonstrate your organization’s leadership and innovation within our fast-growing, vibrant community.

There are different levels of engagement — from being a Support Partner or Community Partner (similar to our previous Corporate and Corporate Plus memberships), to Technology Partnerships, Academic Partnerships, to full partnerships that allows you to engage throughout the year.

Available Partnership Tiers + Standard Package

Many partners receive our new Standard Package including a plethora of valuable benefits!

Standard Package Benefits

Discounted Services• Discounts for you and your team through our partner
Benefits Hub’s portal
• Up to 50% Discount on Rental of classrooms at New Media Manitoba’s StudioLab xR (SLXR) and 62 Albert locations including classroom AV support
Complementary Services• 2 guaranteed tickets to NMM’s annual Holiday Jam
• Invitation to all NMM special events (approx. 2-4 per year, covers announcements, launches, media, etc.)
• Training Needs Assessments – one hour discovery session
• NMM’s Boardroom (access to book as available)
• Job board posting support services
• Featured IDM Job Posting in 1 NMM newsletter
Rotating TV Logo Recognition• Rotating Partner logo recognition on NMM’s TVs in the:
– Concourse of 201 Portage in front of SLXR
– Welcome Lobby of SLXR
– HQ Classroom at 62 Albert Street
Company Brochure Display
(2000+ annual visitors)
• Partnering organizations may display approved company brochures at NMM’s StudioLab xR (at 201 Portage) and HQ (at 62 Albert Street) locations
PR & Community Recognition
(10K+ followers;
21k+ site visitors)
• Company logo or name on NMM’s website
• Quarterly all-partner recognition posts to social media

Partnership Tiers

Ideal for strategic ecosystem leaders looking to influence innovation and growth in Manitoba’s IDM sector


  • One of three partnerships, and right of first refusal
  • $15,000 placed in a Strategic Project Fund* managed by the Board, recognition in all communications re: Project Announcements relating to the funds
  • Opportunity for company representatives to speak at an agreed-upon event
  • Recognized as Peer Leadership (Leader Interactive) Program Sponsor
  • Waiver of $550 Funded Program Access Fee (Training and Business Development Programs for IDM Companies)
  • Company profile on NMM Website
  • Opportunity for mutually agreed upon featured content produced by the partner to be distributed to all subscribers – maximum 1 per month
  • + the standard base package

Ideal for organizations that align with innovative programs and are actively building a future-ready workforce.


  • One of three partnerships
  • $5,000 directly applied to a mutually agreed upon key NMM Program or Project
  • (e.g. AI Interactive, GameBiz Lab, StudioLab xR)
  • Recognized as a partner on all promotional materials related to the program or project
  • Waiver of $550 Funded Program Access Fee (Training and Business Development Programs for IDM Companies)
  • 4 free advertisements in the NMM weekly newsletter (value up to $1,300)
  • Opportunity for mutually agreed upon featured content produced by the partner to be distributed to NMM weekly newsletter subscribers – maximum 2 per year 
  • Company logo and link on Current Partners page
  • + the standard base package

Ideal for companies that deliver applied IDM product deployment and services that
accelerate IDM growth in Manitoba.


  • One of five partnerships
  • Optional in-kind product/service substitution
  • Verbal acknowledgement occurs at any event/session where the contributed product/service is being used
  • Visual acknowledgement on contributed technology (sign or label)
  • Announcement of contribution and how it will be used in NMM newsletter
  • 2 free advertisements in the NMM newsletter (value up to $650)
  • Waiver of $550 Funded Program Access Fee (Training and Business Development Programs for IDM Companies)
  • Testimonial/endorsement statement to be provided for partner use
  • Special promotion of discounted services offered to NMM subscribers (optional)
  • Company logo and link on Current Partners page
  • + the standard base package

Ideal for organizations that want to build stronger connections within the IDM
ecosystem through meaningful event and program recognition.


  • One of ten partnerships
  • Recognized partner of up to any three NMM hosted events (Holiday Jam, Summer Mixer, etc.)
  • Recognized partner for one of the following programs:
  • Waiver of $550 Funded Program Access Fee (Training and Business Development Programs for IDM Companies)
  • Company logo and link on Current Partners page
  • + the standard base package

For organizations that value the IDM Community and want to increase awareness of their products and services.


  • Unlimited partnerships
  • Recognized as the NMM newsletter sponsor (in footer)
  • Waiver of $550 Funded Program Access Fee (Training and Business Development Programs for
  • IDM Companies)
  • Company logo and link on Current Partners page
  • + the standard base package

For organizations focused on building awareness and want to support NMM.


  • Unlimited partnerships
  • Company logo and link on Current Partners page
  • + the standard base package

For academic organizations focused on talent development and community impact.


$1,000 (including Base Package):

  • Unlimited partnerships
  • Academic logo and link on Current Partners page
  • Newsletter content – 24 newsletters max
  • Guaranteed unpaid internship opportunities at NMM’s HQ or SLXR 1-2 students for a maximum of three weeks per calendar year
  • + the standard base package

$500 package (not including Base Package):

  • Unlimited partnerships
  • Academic logo and link on Current Partners page
  • Newsletter content – 12 newsletters max

Supporting our annual industry and community celebration event is an opportunity to align your brand
with one of Manitoba’s most anticipated IDM holiday events (attendance 150+); bringing together industry leaders, creators, innovators, and emerging talent for an unforgettable evening of connection and celebration.


$1,000 (not including Base Package):

  • 5 Holiday Jam Tickets
  • 10 Holiday Jam Beer & Wine Tickets
  • Recognition of your contribution at the Holiday Jam by our Executive Director, Louie Ghiz
  • Your company’s logo featured on a video loop at the Holiday Jam
  • Your company’s logo and website featured on the NMM Holiday Jam website and Eventbrite event pages (21k+ website visitors)
  • Your company’s logo and website featured in the NMM newsletter’s Holiday Jam promotions (1,600+ weekly IDM subscribers)
  • Recognition of your company in NMM’s social media channel’s Holiday Jam promotions leading up to and following the Holiday Jam (10k+ followers)

$500 package (not including Base Package):

  • 2 Holiday Jam Tickets
  • 4 Holiday Jam Beer & Wine Tickets
  • Recognition of your contribution at the Holiday Jam by our Executive Director, Louie Ghiz
  • Your company’s logo featured on a video loop at the Holiday Jam
  • Your company’s logo and website featured on the NMM Holiday Jam website and Eventbrite event pages (21k+ website visitors)
  • Your company’s logo and website featured in the NMM newsletter’s Holiday Jam promotions (1,600+ weekly IDM subscribers)

In-Kind up to $250 package (not including Base Package):

  • 1 Holiday Jam Ticket
  • 2 Holiday Jam Beer & Wine Tickets
  • Recognition of your contribution at the Holiday Jam by our Executive Director, Louie Ghiz
  • Your company’s logo featured on a video loop at the Holiday Jam
  • Your company’s logo and website featured on the NMM Holiday Jam website and Eventbrite event pages (21k+ website visitors)

Note: All individual events referenced in the available packages can be sponsored at $1000 per event; however, promotion will be restricted to the event period/promotional content related to that event.

* The Strategic Partnership Fund is controlled by the NMM Board; with funds to be allocated to initiatives approved at the Board level. This may include support of strategic initiatives of New Media Manitoba, or in supporting IDM companies to take steps toward achieving their economic potential.

Custom StudioLab xR Partnerships

Multi-level partnership options are available for New Media Manitoba’s StudioLab xR, the province’s first studio space dedicated to Extended Reality technology (xR) training.

Advances in real-time technologies are making the impossible possible and opening exciting new opportunities in both creative and technical fields, across all industries. This 5,500 square foot training facility, located at 201 Portage (C100), is facilitating practical hands-on experience in this exciting new field! Contact us for more information!


About New Media Manitoba’s BenefitHub Marketplace

In celebration of NMM’s 25th anniversary, we’re giving thanks to our growing community and offering you, your employees, friends and family with exclusive perks and discounts from BenefitHub!

As part of NMM’s standard package, Corporate Partners receive access to this discount marketplace.

No hidden fees, simply create an account on the BenefitHub portal using NMM’s REFERRAL CODE and start finding perks, discounts and deals on the brands you love.  

Getting Started is Easy

  1. Purchase your Corporate Partnership with NMM (THANK YOU!)
  2. Receive NMM’s BenefitHub Marketplace link, user guide and REFERRAL CODE
  3. Share with employees, friends and family and START SAVING!
  4. Offers are time-sensitive and subject to change without notice

Anytime, Anywhere – Tap into the world’s largest discount marketplace with over 1000 vendors.