# **Game Con Canada 2025: A Prime Opportunity for Indie Developers in Canada**

Game Con Canada (GCC) ranks as the largest gaming exhibition in the nation, and it continues to expand! In 2024, the event attracted more than 34,000 visitors, and estimates for 2025 predict that attendance will exceed 40,000. From June 13-15, 2025, the Edmonton Expo Centre will be alive with gamers, developers, and industry experts, creating an ideal setting to highlight Canadian indie games.

In an effort to endorse and elevate indie developers, **CGMagazine and Game Con Canada** have partnered to introduce an exhilarating contest—offering **TWO FREE INDIE BOOTHS** at GCC 2025! This unique opportunity for Canadian indie creators allows them to showcase their games to a crowd of thousands, enhance their visibility, and compete in the **CGMagazine Game Con Canada Indie Game Awards**.

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## **The Alberta Ministry of Technology INNOVATION ZONE**
The GCC 2025 will unveil the **Alberta Ministry of Technology INNOVATION ZONE**, a specialized area on the exhibition floor aimed at showcasing the creativity of Canadian indie developers. With the support of the **Government of Alberta** and **MSI**, this initiative will feature **20 fully equipped expo booths** furnished with gaming laptops and 42” screen TVs.

Every booth will contain a **QR code** that visitors can scan, leading them to the **Game Con Canada Steam Event**, where they can wishlist or purchase highlighted indie games. This effort guarantees that indie developers gain not only in-person visibility but also online interaction.

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## **What’s Included with the Indie Booth Prize**
The two fortunate recipients of the **Game Con Canada Indie Booth Prize** will receive:

✅ **A FREE 10×10 fully-equipped custom booth**, outfitted with a 42” screen TV.
✅ **A high-performance gaming laptop, supplied by MSI**, featuring 2025 gaming specifications.
✅ **Participation in the GCC 2025 Steam Event**, occurring from June 13-15, 2025.
✅ **Entry in the CGMagazine GCC Indie Game Awards**, providing additional recognition.
✅ **Complimentary high-speed internet**, courtesy of TELUS.
✅ **Electricity provided** with the booth space.
✅ **Four (4) Exhibitor All-Access 3-day badges** for staff working at the booth.
✅ **Two (2) extra All-Access 3-day badges** for personal use or to invite friends (Value: $216.00).
✅ **An invite to the GCC Industry Night** on Thursday, June 12, 2025.

This prize package equips indie developers with everything needed to **showcase their game, engage with gamers, and network with industry experts**.

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## **The Significance of This Opportunity for Indie Developers**
Securing an indie booth at GCC 2025 means **visibility to nearly 40,000 gamers** over three days. Developers can allow attendees to try their game, encourage them to wishlist it on Steam, or even offer copies for sale during the **Game Con Canada Steam Event**.

Moreover, winners will have the opportunity to be featured in **CGMagazine**, a publication distributed across **Yahoo, MSN News, Google News, Apple News, and more**. The **Game Con Canada Steam Sale** in 2024 achieved **almost one million impressions**, indicating that this event serves as a powerful platform for indie developers to reach a vast audience.

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## **Essential Information for Indie Developers**
To maximize this chance, winners are required to:

✔ **Utilize the booth solely for showcasing their game(s).**
✔ **Adhere to all event guidelines and regulations.**
✔ **Keep a professional and appealing booth area.**
✔ **Provide their own staff.**
✔ **Ensure a playable demo is accessible for attendees.**
✔ **Promote their participation on social media.**
✔ **Ideally possess a Steam developer account** (though not mandatory).
✔ **Offer a discount on their game during the GCC 2025 Steam Event** (if published, this is optional).

### **Cancellation Policy**
– If a winner withdraws **prior to April 25, 2025**, there is no penalty.
– If a winner cancels **on or after April 25, 2025**, they are liable to pay the total booth fee of **$550.00 CAD plus applicable GST**.

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## **How to Participate in the Contest**
Participating in the contest is straightforward! Go to the **[official contest landing page](https://gameconcanada.com/cgmagazine-contest-ministry-of-technology-innovation-zone/)**, complete the form, and await the draw.

📅 **Entry deadline: April 11, 2025**
This ensures winners have ample time to arrange travel and lodging for the event.

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