The newsletter of the SASKATCHEWAN INTERACTIVE MEDIA ASSOCIATION

Our mission: To foster the growth of a strong & vibrant interactive media sector/industry in SK with capabilities recognized & respected in the provincial, international, and international marketplace.

Our vision: As a provincially, nationally, and internationally recognized industry voice, Saskatchewan Interactive will: provide advocacy, promotion, and education to increase member opportunity in a global marketplace.

Video Game Development 101 Workshop
Everything you needed to know about video game development to get you started.
This all-day game development workshop is set for October 12 in Saskatoon, with a video feed to the SIAST Wascana Campus and possibly to the U of R.

This event builds on the incredible success of our March 9 Interactive event where presenters from across Canada and the US provided an overview of what is happening in the fast-growing world of game development. This latest event will cover some of the more practical aspects of how to build games and more real-world examples of successes. Laurent Abecassis of Montreal, will offer participants practical information pertaining to the design and production of games.

The workshop invites new media industry producers; educators; progressive business and health care educators; human resource trainers; and government leaders, for a broad overview of what is involved in video game development and production; the different type of games that can be made; for which platforms (pc, mac, online, console, mobile etc...) and which game engine technologies can be used to produce such games.

For more information and for registration, go to http://www.saskinteractive.com

BarCampSaskatoon set for Saturday October 28, 2006

For details,
http://www.barcampsaskatoon.org/
http://barcamp.org/BarCampSaskatoon

BarCamp is a worldwide technological exchange phenomenon. BarCampSaskatoon
is a free conference born from the desire for people to share and learn in
an open environment. It is an intense event with discussions, demos and
interaction from attendees. It is an informal gathering of people from
technical and business backgrounds, where information and experiences are
exchanged. It is an event to develop community among digital thinkers.

The first BarCampSaskatoon will be held at The Cellar in the basement of the
Senator Hotel (243 21st Street East) from noon until 5:00 on October 28.

Montreal International Game Summit
Register today!
Just a few days left to take advantage of pre-registration rates. Register online before September 30 and receive up to 30% off the entry fee. Special rates for groups and for IGDA and ACM SIGGRAPH members and TIGA, the association representing game software developers in the UK and Europe

http://www.montrealgamesummit.com

The Do’s and Don’ts of Business Entry into the US
The Canada-Saskatchewan Business Service Centre will be hosting a seminar on business entry into the United States on October 11th. The deadline for registration is October 6th, as seating is limited.
business infosource
Canada-Saskatchewan Business Service Centre
#2 - 345 Third Avenue South, Saskatoon, SK. S7K 1M6
Telephone: (306) 956-2323 / 1-800-667-4374; Fax: (306) 956-2328
E-mail: saskatchewan@cbsc.ic.gc.ca
Visit our website at: www.cbsc.org/sask/

UNCONVENTIONAL COMBINATIONS INCONCEIVABLE CREATIONS
Explore the future of entertainment!
Are you are a programmer, designer, producer, filmmaker, visual artist, musician, writer or new media professional? Here's your chance to hoist your skills to a new level and transform your career!
The Habitat New Media Lab at the Canadian Film Centre is currently accepting applications for the Spring 2007 session of the TELUS Interactive Art & Entertainment Programme (IAEP), a five-month, post-graduate residency focused on creating inventive interactive narrative projects for the Canadian and international marketplace.
The TELUS Interactive Arts & Entertainment Programme (IAEP) is Canada's first post-graduate programme for new media training and production, based on a philosophy that compelling new media content is created through a collaborative process harnessing a wide range of creative skills, knowledge and talent. An internationally acclaimed facility, the Habitat New Media lab has produced award-winning new media prototypes ranging from simulation-based interactive documentaries, to wireless storytelling networks, to interactive short films and narrative-driven media installations.
Apply Now - Application Deadline is October 31, 2006
For more information or to request an application please contact: habitat@cdnfilmcentre.com
www.cdnfilmcentre.com

HABITAT New Media Exclusive- By answering our survey you will be one of the first to own a GelaSkin. GelaSkins are the best iPod skins on the planet. GelaSkins are made from premium vinyl with photo quality graphics featuring designs by artists from around the world. When you make an inquiry about the program by phone, fax or email we will send you a survey. Send the survey back and you will get a voucher for a Gelaskin. Go to www.gelaskins.com to check them out.

Please support our efforts to grow our industry by becoming a member and presenting a united voice in Saskatchewan. Pass this email on to everyone you know in the industry. If you would like to subscribe to this newsletter, visit http://www.snmda.sk.ca (soon to switch over to http://www.saskinteractive.com).

Funding for the Saskatchewan Interactive newsletter is provided solely through the good graces of our overworked and dedicated volunteers. Don’t just sit back – help us to grow the industry by supporting our efforts - join our organization and make your voice heard through your industry representatives. We are making a difference!

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