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Game Developers Conference March
Mar 09 - 13 2010
San Francisco


Game Developers Conference March 9-13
The Game Developers Conference® has grown from an informal gathering in the living room of a notable game designer 23 years ago, to a weeklong conference for more than 17,000 industry insiders.

The GDC remains the most comprehensive developer event, covering emerging technologies, trends, and game genres that cater to the ever-expanding gamer demographic. In a time when the game industry is rapidly evolving, developers can’t afford to miss the learning and networking opportunities at GDC.

http://www.gdconf.com/
www.gdconf.com/

SXSW Interactive Week
Mar 12 - 21 2010
Austin, Texas


SXSW Interactive features five days of compelling presentations from the brightest minds in emerging technology, scores of exciting networking events hosted by industry leaders and an unbeatable line up of special programs showcasing the best new websites, video games and startup ideas the community has to offer. Join us March 2010 for the panels, the parties, the 13th Annual Web Awards, the ScreenBurn at SXSW Arcade, the Film and Interactive Trade Show and Exhibition, Microsoft BizSpark Accelerator at SXSW and, of course, the inspirational experience that only SXSW can deliver.


SXSWeek 2010: March 12-21
Interactive: March 12-16
Film: March 12-20
Music: March 17-21

http://sxsw.com/interactive
sxsw.com/interactive

Schulich School of Business Arts and Media Management Club Conference
Mar 13, 2010
Schulich School of Business Executive Dining Room York University, 4700 Keele Street


The Schulich School of Business Arts and Media Management Club presents their 2nd Annual student-run conference.  This year's theme is Strategic Management and Partnerships in Arts and Media.  The conference is open to both students and non-students and is an excellent opportunity to network with current and future players in the cultural industries and to learn about recent developments and strategies.


Panel 1: New Models for Adoption of New Media: Acquisitions, Partnerships and their Prospects
  • Jeff Andrews, Co-Founder & CEO, The Mark News
  • Jason Dojc, Senior Account Manager - Digital, Edelman
  • Roma Ebrahim, Director of Marketing and Partnerships, Interactive Ontario

Panel 2: Development and Programming: How Strategic Partnerships Can Help to Achieve D&P Goals
  • Derick Chua, Entertainment Lawyers, Independent Theatre Producer
  • Kevin Frank, Artistic Director, Second City Training Center
  • Hugh Neilson, Managing Director, Lorraine Kimsa Theatre for Young People

Panel 3: Changing Revenue Models and Business Relationships: What does the Future hold for Marketing and Advertising in Media
  • Heidi McCulloch, VP Strategic Planner, McLauren McCann
  • Vijay Setler, Tourism, Sport & Leisure Marketing Professor

Tickets: $20 for Students, $25 for Non-Students
Available Online.

artsandmedia.schulich.yorku.ca/

INplay Early Bird Deadline ends March 18th!
Mar 18, 2010





Get your tickets for INplay before March 18th and save!

INplay is a new conference that explores the art and business of kids interactive. Taking place May 18th and 19th at the Liberty Grand in Toronto, INplay will focus on three streams relating to kids interactive properties: research, creativity & content, and business.

Visit the INplay website to register and for more info.

IO Members receive dicounted ticket pricing.
www.inplay2010.com

CASO Visonary Lunch
Mar 19, 2010
Toronto



 IO Members Receive the CASO MEMBER PRICE!!

WIFT Project Management
Mar 20, 2010
Toronto


WIFT
Project Management | Registration Now Open
Project Management enables participants to manage the creation and launch of film, television, and other media projects. The course examines critical methods for content creation and offers strategies. Management methods, time lines, and project life cycles are examined with a focus on supporting business growth. The course also explores the business of managing budgets, cash flow, and project team resources.


Instructor | Andy Micallef, Manager, Marketing & Client Relations, EP Canada Film Services
When | March 20, 27 & April 10, 10 AM – 3 PM
Where | Humber Lakeshore Campus, 3199 Lake Shore Blvd. West, Toronto


To Register: http://wift.com/2009/12/bmmp-project-management/

docSHIFT Networking Night
Mar 22, 2010
Toronto


docSHIFT Networking Night - Monday March 22

Attention Documentary Filmmakers & Interactive Digital Media Producers: IT’S TIME TO CONVERGE OVER COCKTAILS @ a Networking Night & Info Session at the Gladstone Hotel on Monday March 22, 6pm-8pm. Come ready to be inspired about the possibilities of a new interactive documentary genre. Join fellow filmmakers and interactive digital media producers to learn about the first of several docSHIFT initiatives geared at facilitating new business opportunities and creative partnerships in Ontario.

The docSHIFT CROSSOVER LAB will run from May 8-13th—the first of it’s kind in Canada! This five day immersive residential lab for selected participants will foster original ideas and prototypes for innovative cross-platform documentaries. Previous crossover labs worldwide have produced award-winning projects. Application details will be unveiled at the information session. Converge your skills as we embark on breaking new ground together. DON’T MISS IT!

FREE FOR DOC MEMBERS
$10 AT DOOR FOR NON-MEMBERS

Click Here to RSVP


nGen's March Mashup
Mar 24, 2010
St. Catharines



MARCH'S MASHUP WILL FEATURE A SHORT PRESENTATION BY DRAGONCHESS INTERACTIVE INC.

Wednesday, March 24th, 2010
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
One St. Paul Street Lounge
1 St. Paul Street
St. Catharines, ON
(enter through the Red Hot Chili Pepper - corner of St. Paul and William streets)


Dragonchess Interactive Inc., a division of Dragonchess Inc., is a newly incorporated business working in the Video Game Industry. This corporation is a collaboration between Dragonchess Inc., John Bachynski and Andrew Cheesman. Dragonchess Inc. developed the Dragon Chess board game, a variant of traditional chess that has an expanded board size with flanks, two more Pawns and introduces the exciting new Dragon piece. The Dragon piece, second most powerful to the Queen, can move three spaces in any direction.

Dragonchess Interactive Inc. is developing the video game version of the board game for Microsoft's Xbox Live Indie Games on the Xbox 360 console. They are currently in the final stages of development and are preparing for a spring submission to Xbox Live.

John Bachynski holds a Master’s Degree in History from Brock University and a diploma in Video Game Design and Development from the International Academy of Design and Technology in Toronto. Andrew Cheesman holds a Diploma in Computer Science Technology from Sheridan College and has completed his Undergraduate Degree in Computer Science at Brock University.

Connecting with the World!
Mar 25, 2010
Toronto


Connecting with the World!
Thursday, March 25 -- The Boiler House Restaurant, Distillery District
4 pm - eLearning Event *
5 pm - eLATED eLIXIR: Mix, mingle, share, learn

CeLEA, the Canadian eLearning Enterprise Alliance, has been part of the elearning landscape in Canada since 2002.   With an online Directory of 370+ elearning companies and organizations in Canada, CeLEA offers an ideal channel for connecting buyers and users of elearning products and services with potential business partners, suppliers and customers.

On March 25th CeLEA representatives and associates will talk about how the organization was established, how it works today, and some of the challenges it faces in today's socially networked world.

CeLEA would also like to engage the eLATED community, whether they are buyers, users, vendors or advisors, in a discussion about the successes and the challenges they all face in finding and connecting with elearning business partners in the GTA and beyond, and how CeLEA might be able to make life easier.   We look forward to meeting you!

If the first part of the event becomes fully subscribed, please come out and join your fellow colleagues at the 5 pm eLIXIR afterwards.  Alternatively, catch our 'Tweets' live from the event on Twitter (@elatedca).

So please join your fellow eLearning colleagues for another exciting event.
Click here to directly RSVP
* Complementary refreshments are being provided to attendees of the 4 pm presentation
Click here for a listing of our activities, past, present and future

iLunch 8.05
Mar 26, 2010
Gladstone Hotel, Main Ballroom: 1214 Queen Street


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iLunch will tackle the challenges and opportunities at the convergence of film, television and interactive platforms which will define the Future of Screen.

8.05: Future Forward

Friday, March 26th, 2010, 11:30 am - 2:00 pm

Gladstone Hotel, Main Ballroom. 1214 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON

Member Rate $40Regular Rate $60


Lunch 8.05 - Future Forward
The future belongs to those who can sell it best. This session will focus on the composition of media companies in years to come, and the impact this will have on your business.

Schedule:

11:30
Registration
11:45 Lunch
12:00 Introductory remarks, panel conversation / Q & A session
13:55 Final remarks
14:00 Post-event networking

Featured speakers include:

Gavin
Gavin McGarry
Jumpwire Media
Moderator - Before founding Jumpwire Media in 2009, McGarry worked for online video start up Joost and was the Head of Cross Platform Business Development at global television production company Endemol.

Jumpwire Media, is a cross media agency that specializes in helping companies build strategies to profit from the emerging digital market place on the mobile, social media, gaming, and web video platforms.  Clients include: Discovery Communications (USA), Digital Access (Russia), and MNET (South Africa), melt (UK).

McGarry has a been working in the media space for over 15 years. His past experience includes positions at major television networks as well as owning and operating a television production company and an advertising agency. His company created some of the first cross media TV content and worked with major networks including NBC, Discovery, CTV, and Global Television. The full service ad agency serviced two national clients and explored integrating brands into television and online properties. In 2004 he moved from his native Canada to the UK to better understand the rapidly emerging mobile phone space. Through his position at Endemol, he worked closely with the UK’s largest mobile operator, O2, and helped develop leading edge content for multiple platform release. In 2007 he moved into the web video arena with Joost. He has spent time in Japan, Africa, Europe and China exploring and understanding the global digital media content market place.

Jeff Young
Starz Animation Toronto

Jeff Young joined Starz Animation Toronto as Vice President, Finance, in 2007, and has subsequently expanded his role into business development and strategy.  Since taking on these responsibilities, Young has been responsible for developing strategic partnerships with producers as well as financial, and distribution partners, generating co-development agreements and the acquisition of intellectual property rights. He also helped negotiate multiple production deals for the studio. Young is an alumnus of KPMG and held CFO positions with two major Canadian companies prior to joining Starz Animation Toronto.  He is a native of Mount Pearl, NF.
 
A division of Liberty Media’s Starz Media, LLC, Starz Animation Toronto is Canada's leading high-quality digital animation studio, providing major Hollywood studios and independent producers alike with world-class computer-animated content for feature films, DVDs, television series, commercials, visual effects and shorts.   The studio is responsible for the production of five consecutive major theatrical animated features to date, including 9 for Focus Features and Tim Burton, Gnomeo & Juliet for Miramax and Rocket Pictures, and Hoodwinked Too!: Hood vs. Evil for Kanbar Entertainment and The Weinstein Co.
More information coming soon.


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Directions to the Gladstone Hotel

Public Transit Directions from Union Station

Take the University subway line north to Osgoode Station. Make sure to take a transfer when you buy your subway ticket.


Exit the subway and board a 501 streetcar west to Gladstone Avenue.
The hotel is located directly on the corner of Queen Street West and Gladstone Avenue.


Parking is available at Public Green P lots which can be found nearby at:

O'Hara and Queen (173 Spaces) see map

Abell and Queen(29 Spaces) see map


(Please note, this event will be filmed and you may be on camera. The footage will be used for IO promotional purposes, including on the Interactive Ontario website.)


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Deadlines

IO Events

iLunch 8.05
Mar 26, 2010
Gladstone Hotel, Main Ballroom: 1214 Queen Street
INPlay 2010
May 18 - 19 2010
Toronto

Ontario Events

Schulich School of Business Arts and Media Management Club Conference
Mar 13, 2010
Schulich School of Business Executive Dining Room York University, 4700 Keele Street
CASO Visonary Lunch
Mar 19, 2010
Toronto
WIFT Project Management
Mar 20, 2010
Toronto
docSHIFT Networking Night
Mar 22, 2010
Toronto
nGen's March Mashup
Mar 24, 2010
St. Catharines
Connecting with the World!
Mar 25, 2010
Toronto
OVERVIEW: NEW MEDIA IN BRAZIL - Videoconference in Toronto
Mar 31, 2010
Toronto / Brazil via videoconference

International Events

Game Developers Conference March
Mar 09 - 13 2010
San Francisco
CROSS MEDIA NEW YORK 2010
Mar 10, 2010
New York, NY
SXSW Interactive Week
Mar 12 - 21 2010
Austin, Texas
E3 Expo 2010
Jun 15 - 17 2010
L.A.
MIP Junior
Oct 02 - 03 2010
Cannes
MIPCOM
Oct 04 - 08 2010
Cannes