iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 18h

IAA supports Truth and Reconciliation Day and we highly recommend that if you have the day off, that you check out some games crafted by Indigenous devs. You can start with Mikiwam: Solarpunk Herbalism by Studio Ekosi and Kitch Witch by @mistikstudios.bsky.social!

152

Reposted by Interactive Arts Alberta

Game Devs of Color Expo @gdocexpo.com · 22/09/2026

Game Devs of Color Expo 2026 kicks off today!🥳 Network in our virtual space @ 10:45AM ET ⭐️ Meet Supercell: Learn about & connect w/ the team ⭐️ Publishing AMA w/ No More Robots: Ask Director @mikerose.bsky.social about publishing, marketing & sales ⭐️ Speed networking & more #gamedev #gdocexpo2026

Game devs of color expo 2026 starts today! conference loaded!

18248

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Early Bird Tickets Are Here! We'll see you October 23–25, 2026 for GDX 2026. Whether you're looking to grow your network, gain fresh insights, spark new ideas, or connect with an incredible community, GDX is where that happens. Get your tickets today: www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticket...

zeffy.com

GDX Conference 2026

Game Discovery Exhibition (GDX 2026) Conference – Indie RebellionJoin us for three days of collaboration, community, and professional growth at GDX…

020

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Huge win for Alberta! @thirtythreegames.bsky.social is working with Aggro Crab to publish Rebounder! Rebounder began as an internal game jam at our space, the Walkthrough Collaborative Centre, where ThirtyThree was our first Studio-in-Residence. Support local games and check out Rebounder!

1111

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Did you know that there are several Alberta developer at this year's gamescom? What a thrill to see so many Albertans showing off their games and sharing their art with the world! Visit @basementbunkerlabs.bsky.social @cogstudios.bsky.social @daisychaingames.ca @olivenaut.bsky.social and more!

121

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

As we celebrate #nationalnonprofitday we're here to remind you that our linktree as a lot of fun things to check out! Make sure to head to linktr.ee/iaalberta and see what we've got coming up!

linktr.ee

Interactive Arts Alberta Official: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter | Linktree

IAA is a non-profit dedicated to supporting game development in Alberta.

031

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

GDX Conference is looking for volunteers! If you’re part of the games community and want to help out behind the scenes, meet some great people, and be part of making GDX happen, we’d love to have you join us. Apply at bit.ly/gdxvolunteer and we'll see you at GDX this October!

011

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Thanks to @mobilesyrup.com and @bradshankar.bsky.social for covering the Alberta & Beyond 2026 regional sale and showcase! You can see a ton of locally made Alberta games and some visiting us from out of town to display their games at the Game Discovery Exhibition!

084

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

The Alberta & Beyond 2026 Steam Sale is in full swing! Make sure to stop by and check out some locally made Alberta games as well as some visiting GDX from out of town! store.steampowered.com/curator/4596... (this year's incredible art is by @applepiesleth.bsky.social!)

store.steampowered.com

Alberta & Beyond Sale 2026

We’re back with an updated selection of standout indie titles from Alberta and games featured during the Game Discovery Exhibition (GDX) 2026 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada!

0157

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Edmonton-based indie devs! Come learn how to design your booth experience and put your best foot forward as we get into exhibition season! You'll leave with ● Draft booth plan ● Visitor experience narrative ● Feedback on a physical mockup of your booth RSVP now: luma.com/nosupsne

luma.com

Designing Booth Experiences w/ IxDF Edmonton · Luma

Getting ready to exhibit your game? Interested in gathering feedback from real players? Make your booth work harder for you by thinking like a designer! Join…

042

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Asian Heritage Month has been incredible to witness this year. Huge love to Chung Ta Cung Nhau, FascinAsian Edmonton, and FascinAsian Calgary for the impact they’ve made across Alberta and beyond. We as a community can continue supporting Asian artists, creators, and developers year-round.

053

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

There is no silver bullet to fixing the games industry across Canada--including tax credits. Looking at solutions that work best for small, medium, and large scale multinational studios is key to solidifying our long term success as an ecosystem.

083

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

👾 Play, learn & connect at Game Night! 📆 Friday, May 15, 5:00pm-9:00pm MST 🔗 RSVP: luma.com/pn3qnp0d Part of the 2026 UX in Play event series, IxDF Edmonton & IAA are hosting a drop-in Game Night, plus a live first playtest with @cozycometgames.bsky.social in the office next door!

luma.com

🎮 UX in Play: Indie Game Night · Luma

👾 Play, learn & connect at Game Night! Join IxDF & IAA to explore Edmonton indie games, meet creators & get a chance to help playtest their newest projects…

020

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Free? Indie? Booth?! YES! GDX will be moving forward with GDX @ KDays and we need you to immediately fill out your interest if you are looking for a free indie booth this July. You can fill in the form here to express your interest: forms.gle/nsQXif7ykopN...

forms.gle

GDX 2026 Exhibitor Application Form

Thank you for your interest in exhibiting at GDX 2026! The Game Discovery Exhibition (GDX) is North America's largest indie games festival; it celebrates games culture and game development from aroun...

152

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Student event coming in hot from NAIT's GCS club! 📅: April 18th, 2026, 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM 🏢: Feltham Centre (CAT Building), Main Hall and DOW Theatre 🌍: 11763 106 St, Edmonton, AB T5G 2R1 🍉: Free food! RSVP: www.eventbrite.ca/e/level-up-2...

020

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Trans people deserve to be seen, supported, and celebrated, especially for their countless contributions to the games industry. Build better spaces. Hire them. Fund them. Play their games. At IAA, we are proud to run programs/events that support marginalized communities and will continue to do so.

media.tenor.com

a poster that says trans rights are human rights with a person holding two flags

ALT: a poster that says trans rights are human rights with a person holding two flags

052

Reposted by Interactive Arts Alberta

allison steele, organic human person @trulyaliem.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

if you're a gamer you should know that the gaming industry has a disproportionately large number of trans people in it. and not just recently. even in the 80s, we had influential trans game designers. one that's always inspired me is danielle bunten berry. wikipedia: share.google/0lrnn3RqISvL...

share.google

Danielle Bunten Berry - Wikipedia

8425183

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Happy to see @onlybymidnight.bsky.social and @buffalobuffalo.bsky.social, two studios who showed their games at GDX, nominated for best indie game. Only wish their games were also acknowledged in the other major categories and not just relegated to purely indie!

173

Reposted by Interactive Arts Alberta

Madison Côté @madisonrcote.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

Definitely sign up, we'll be covering more than just GDX! If you're an Alberta Indie, it's important to be part of the conversation!

051

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Reminder of this upcoming event on April 2!

021

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

We are hosting an online Indie Town Hall. This will be a conversation on the future of GDX. There will be many pieces of the event that we address as well as the ecosystem as a whole. Come ready to be honest, constructive, and future-focused. RSVP here: luma.com/svvnte6i

luma.com

Indie Town Hall: Conversation on the Future of GDX · Luma

This is a community forum dedicated to one big question: what should the future of GDX look like? This session is about transparency, direction, and shared…

062

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

25%. That’s the percentage of women and gender-diverse individuals in the global games industry. Just in the industry, not even in leadership. That number isn’t just disappointing. It’s unacceptable.

Text slide "Interactive Arts Alberta is a
non-profit with gender parity amongst our board and majority women and gender
diverse volunteers.

This is no coincidence.

While women gamers make up 51% of the market, the games industry only has 25% of roles occupied by women and gender diverse individuals."

Another text slide with "Our approach? reject. the. status. quo. Representation in leadership and in the industry is important"

Text slide with "Interested in participating in systemic interruption?
Connect with IAA and stay tuned for announcements in regards to our speaker line up for GDX 2026 and volunteer opportunities. We will never wait for the
“right time” to have these conversations.

There needs to be change in this industry and we will continue to advocate for marginalized genders and diverse individuals"

185

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Looking to get more involved with IAA? We're recruiting! Keep your eyes open for more posts, but for now we're looking for a volunteer Website Manager! www.volunteerconnector.org/edmonton/int...

volunteerconnector.org

Website Content Manager | Volunteer Connector

052

Reposted by Interactive Arts Alberta

Baby Ghosts @babyghosts.org · 04/03/2026

Just a wee reminder that applications for our ✨NEW Cooperative Foundations✨ program + $5k grant are open through this Friday, March 6! Canadian indie game studios looking to learn about building a sustainable business - we'd love to hear from you. babyghosts.fund/coop-foundat...

babyghosts.fund

Baby Ghosts

Baby Ghosts is a nonprofit supporting studios led by underrepresented founders across Canada.

01712

Reposted by Interactive Arts Alberta

James Berg @jamesbergcanada.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Emily is a wonderful person and a deep, thoughtful expert in gamedev. If you're getting a chance to learn from her, darn well take it! 🎉

031

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Did you know that Spry Fox has a presence in Alberta? You can listen to the incredibly talented @pentapod.bsky.social talk about her early career here: www.podbean.com/media/share/... including her time on EverQuest II, working around the globe and ending up at BioWare before joining Spry Fox.

podbean.com

Episode 8: Guest! Emily Taylor

Tracy and Kel chat with the amazing Emily Taylor, who's worked on everything from EverQuest II, to Dragon Age to Spry Fox' Spirit Crossing (forthcoming; check it out at https://playspiritcrossing.com/...

292

Reposted by Interactive Arts Alberta

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Edmonton indie studios 👀 We’re hosting a Jason Della Rocca Masterclass on Feb 28 at Walkthrough. Perfect timing for GDC/GDX prep, pitching & funding. If you're interested in exploring studio sustainability we highly recommend checking this event out! Register: luma.com/zzp08tw0

luma.com

Jason Della Rocca Games Business Masterclass · Luma

Interactive Arts Alberta is excited to welcome Jason Della Rocca to Edmonton for a masterclass session. Who is Jason? Jason Della Rocca is a game business…

032

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

That's right! The legendary Roberta Taylor will be teaching through play March 9 at Walkthrough and all interested in board game design are welcome to attend. RSVP at the link below and make sure you're ready for an evening of fun!

082

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Black History Month marks 30 years in Canada and for the first time we are seeing the shift from awareness to action. This month, make sure to check out @bvigaming.bsky.social's Black History Month Showcase Feb 19, 1 PM MT at t.co/h6li2dTo96 and pick up a few games they feature if you are able to!

020

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

luma.com

Jason Della Rocca Games Business Masterclass · Luma

Interactive Arts Alberta is excited to welcome Jason Della Rocca to Edmonton for a masterclass session. Who is Jason? Jason Della Rocca is a game business…

032

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Happy New Year folks! We are once again doing a no-crunch version of Global Game Jam at Walkthrough which means there is no overnighting at the space. Don't forget to check out the other options in Edmonton, Calgary, & Lethbridge! Sign up here: globalgamejam.org/jam-sites/20....

globalgamejam.org

Global Game Jam - Walkthrough Collaborative Centre No Crunch Jam | Global Game Jam

This a cozy Global Game Jam site, hosted by Interactive Arts Alberta at the Walkthrough Collaborative Centre (WCC). We are located on Whyte Avenue @ 10345 82 Avenue NW! The WCC is donation-based inter...

072

Reposted by Interactive Arts Alberta

Madison Côté @madisonrcote.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

Our holiday party and Game Awards watch party was a blast! We ended up with almost 50 devs and some fantastic convos about the games industry in Edmonton. Thank you to MLA Nathan Ip for popping in to see what is cooking on Whyte Ave and welcome back to our neighbours @arcanautstudios.bsky.social!

071

Reposted by Interactive Arts Alberta

Nathan Ip @nathanip.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Great night at the @iaalberta.bsky.social Christmas Party - awesome vibes and even better people. Huge thanks to everyone who made it happen, and a special shoutout to Alberta’s gaming sector for the talent, creativity, and community spirit you bring year-round. 🎮🎄✨ #yeg #yeggamedev

091

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Howdy! 🎉 Join us December 11 at Walkthrough for our holiday celebration and Game Awards watch party! Come hang out with the community, cheer on this year’s nominations, and wrap up 2025 together with good vibes and great company. RSVP here: luma.com/jhwlru3c

luma.com

Walkthrough Holiday + Game Awards Watch Party · Luma

🎉 Join us for the Walkthrough Holiday + Game Awards Watch Party! 🎉 Get into the holiday spirit with a night full of fun, food, and festive cheer! Whether…

052

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

We’re excited to support our friends at ELIXR Simulations, a nonprofit driving Alberta’s immersive tech movement! Join them for VR After Dark 2025 — a free evening exploring the world of AR, VR, and MR through live demos, conversation, and community. Oct 23 | Amii | RSVP here: luma.com/l35m70vj

luma.com

VR After Dark 2025 · Luma

Step into the world of immersive technology at VR After Dark, hosted in partnership with Amii! The evening blends curiosity, creativity, and community,…

041

Reposted by Interactive Arts Alberta

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

🚀 Applications are OPEN for Baby Ghosts Alberta – Cohort 1! Alberta indie studios: get a $25,000 stipend, 6 months of peer support, & tools to build sustainable, cooperative studios. Apply by Oct 10, 2025. Program runs Nov 3–Apr 24. For full details & to learn more: babyghosts.org/peer-acceler...

1129

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

Today on National Truth & Reconciliation Day, we mourn and reflect, holding space for the pain, trauma, and resilience of Survivors, families, and communities still healing from the legacy of residential schools. This is not a holiday, but a solemn reminder of colonialism’s lasting impact.

130

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

Join us at the Walkthrough Collaborative Centre October 4-5 for a free watch party for @gdocexpo.com! We can't wait to catch up on the event and see amazing folks like GDX 2025 speaker Kat Barkwell's talk and many more! RSVP at luma.com/4nrta37y?tk=... (spots are limited to get signed up today!)

luma.com

Game Devs of Color - Edmonton Watch Party · Luma

An in-person watch party for Game Devs of Color, here in Edmonton, Alberta!

095

Reposted by Interactive Arts Alberta

AIIDE @aiide.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

📢 #AIIDE25 schedule has been announced! sites.google.com/ualberta.ca/... ⏰ Early registration ends Oct 10, Don’t miss out!

sites.google.com

AIIDE 2025 - Schedule

Full digital program in-progress

053

Reposted by Interactive Arts Alberta

Cozy Comet Games @cozycometgames.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

It was an honour for us to be the first Alberta studio to take part in @babyghosts.fund, we cannot wait to meet the new folks who will be part of this all Alberta cohort!

041

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

1129

Reposted by Interactive Arts Alberta

Bubble UP! @bubbleupgame.bsky.social · 29/07/2025

A HUGE shoutout to @iaalberta.bsky.social and all their volunteers for all their amazing support throughout GDX! Our team is bubbling with joy! Thank you all so much <3 #bubbleupgame #kdays2025 #gdx2025 #yeggamedev #indiedevs #indiegamedev

161

Reposted by Interactive Arts Alberta

Cozy Comet Games @cozycometgames.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

Being a part of GDX means so much to us as a studio, not to mention meeting other Baby Ghosts studios from across the cohorts and the country. We can’t wait for next year and our own booth!

062

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 27/07/2025

Come by and wishlist some games in person at KDays! For every game you wishlist you have an additional chance to win a $50 Steam card when you show us your wishlist at the IAA booth at the back of Hall F!

042

Reposted by Interactive Arts Alberta

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

The Alberta & Beyond Steam Sale ends tomorrow. Support Alberta’s independent developers by wishlisting and purchasing their games before the sale wraps up. See the full sale here: store.steampowered.com/curator/4550...

store.steampowered.com

Alberta & Beyond 2025

Welcome to Alberta & BeyondAT THE GAME DISCOVERY EXHIBITION (GDX 2025) 🤠 Howdy pardner! We’re back with an updated selection of standout indie titles from Alberta and games featured during the Game…

084

Interactive Arts Alberta @iaalberta.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

We have Starter Packs for both Alberta-based studios and Alberta Game Devs, please let us know if we need to add you to one of them!

361