International Delegation

International
Delegation

Save the Date: October 3-12, 2025

Signals Creative Tech Expo at VIFF: October 3 - 12, 2025

Join the 2025 International Indie Delegation

Explore Canada’s leading creative technology ecosystem at Signals Creative Tech Expo.

XR studios, indie game developers, producers, publishers, and creators from around the world are invited to join a curated international delegation from October 2–5, 2025, in Vancouver, BC.

Presented by DigiBC and the Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF), this 4-day experience offers exclusive access to exhibition and speaking opportunities, B2B networking, and curated workshops and programming that celebrates indie producers and studios working in video games, XR and immersive storytelling.

Video Games

XR

Virtual Production

AI

International Indie Delegation Schedule:

Oct 2: Arrival in Vancouver & VIFF Opening Gal

15:00: Hotel Check-in
18:00: Welcome Cocktail at Hotel Lobby
19:00 Escort to VIFF Opening Night Gala

October 3 - Celebrating Industry and Building New Connections with XP Gaming

8:30: Arrival to DigiBC Creative Tech Studio, continental breakfast provided onsite
09:00: XP Gaming – Keynote & B2B sessions
13:00: Lunch onsite
14:00: XP Gaming Afternoon Sessions
16:30: Indie Producers Networking Happy Hour
18:00: Signals Opening Reception

Oct. 4, 2025: Beta Lounge Showcase & Meet2Match Networking Sessions

08:30: Light Breakfast with Signals Team
10:00 – 12:00: Beta Lounge Industry Talks & International Co-Production Workshops
12:00: Lunch onsite
13:00 – 17:00: Beta Lounge Studio Showcase and B2B Meetings
17:00: Industry Mixer & Happy Hour

October 5 - Departure Day or Explore VIFF and SIGNALS (through Oct. 12, 2025)

Independent transport and departures from Vancouver

Programming Highlights:

Premium Artist & Industry Passes: Access to all of Signals Creative Tech Expo and VIFF Artist & Industry programming from Oct. 2 – 12.
Exclusive Opening Night Celebrations: Invitations to VIP events, including VIFF Opening Night Gala (Oct. 2) and Signals Creative Tech Opening Reception (Oct. 3)
XP Gaming Keynote Sessions: Engage in sessions hosted by XP Gaming about current sector trends, business development opportunities and what’s next in gaming and creative industries.
Beta Lounge Showcase @ SIGNALS: Exclusive opportunity to exhibit your studio and your work at the Beta Lounge, Signals’ premiere B2B platform, on October 4.

International Co-Productions Workshop: Participate in a special workshop with The Canadian Media Fund to explore co-production opportunities, IP retention strategies, and funding possibilities.
Speaking Opportunities: Share insights from your sector and contribute to discussions on creating sustainable growth for the creative technology industry through collaborative global partnerships.
MeetToMatch B2B Meetings & Networking: Connect with other industry leaders, producers and studios, funders and investors via MeetToMatch and attend curated B2B networking events and mixers.

Why Join

Step into a space where creative tech takes centre stage. Beta Lounge offers emerging innovators the chance to showcase their work, build meaningful industry connections, and explore global opportunities—all within one of the world’s fastest-growing indie tech hubs.

Form long-term partnerships and discover co-production opportunities by connecting with BC’s creative tech leaders in curated networking sessions. Seize global opportunities like funding pathways and international visibility from one of the world’s fastest-growing indie tech hubs.

What’s Included:

Full access to all SIGNALS and VIFF Industry programming (Oct 2–12)
VIFF Opening Gala (Oct 2)
XP Gaming Keynotes & B2B sessions (Oct 3)
Signals Opening Night Celebration with BC’s top innovators (Oct 3)
Beta Lounge Studio Showcase & Business Development (Oct 4)
International Co-Productions Workshop hosted by the Canadian Media Fund (Oct 4)
Meet2Match Industry Mixer with studio leads, educators, and funders (Oct 4)
Speaking opportunities at International Market Discovery sessions

Cost per delegate: $2,000 CAD
(Valued at: $3000. Travel and accommodations not included)

For special hotel rates, contact Colleen Arndt at colleen@digibc.org