Game Development

AIGA advocates for a greater understanding of the value of design and designers in government, business, and media. They inspire designers and the public by sharing the most exciting design work and engaging in thoughtful, provocative discussion on pressing issues. They aim to enhance professional development through enriching learning opportunities at all levels.

ACM brings together computing educators, researchers, and professionals to inspire dialogue, share resources, and address the field's challenges. As the world’s largest computing society, ACM strengthens the profession's collective voice through strong leadership, promotion of the highest standards, and recognition of technical excellence.

The Canadian Games Study Association is an organization dedicated to the interdisciplinary study of digital games. Its primary goal is to support the work of Canadian researchers, graduate students, artists, game designers, programmers, theorists, and others working in this field. CGSA will also attempt to provide opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and cross-disciplinary support for its members.

ESAC represents major video game console makers, publishers, large and small independent developers as well as national distributors. As the voice of Canada’s entertainment software industry, they work on behalf of our member-companies to ensure that Canada remains a great place to innovate, create and publish video games. We work with decision-makers on regulatory issues that affect our members at the provincial and federal levels; and, regularly conduct and publish original research highlighting the impact of our industry in Canada.

The Game Developers Conference (GDC) brings the game development community together to shape the world's leading entertainment industry across five days of education, innovation, and networking. Their event brings together programmers, artists, producers, game designers, audio professionals, and business leaders, and we can’t wait to welcome you among them.

The International Game Developers Association (IGDA) is the world’s largest nonprofit membership organization serving all individuals who create games. They advance the careers and enhance the lives of game developers by connecting members with their peers, promoting professional development, and advocating for the interests of game developers worldwide.

Founded in 1901, the Society of Illustrators is the oldest nonprofit organization dedicated to the art of illustration in America. Notable Society members have been N.C. Wyeth, Rube Goldberg, and Norman Rockwell, among many others.

Women in Games are activists. They believe that getting more women into games and esports should be framed as a national, international and strategic priority, a business case for stronger teams, better insights, innovative new products. They believe in more people, more diversity and more perspectives.