The country’s spend on virtual and augmented reality will grow more than 535% this year, but it still lags behind most global regions.
The province’s interactive digital media sector generated $1.4 billion in 2015, according to a report, but access to public funding and experienced talent remain a hurdle.
Games from A71 Productions and Shaftesbury Tech were among the projects to receive development support.
Secret Location’s VUSR platform received the largest chunk of change, with $1.1 million going to fund the VR distribution tool.
As the Jan. 20 entry deadline looms, find out who will be judging the best in creative, entertainment, tech and media innovation.
The Montreal-based studio has partnered with the famed circus co. once again on a 12-minute virtual experience.
After spending seven years as a predominantly service-based company, the digital content studio is putting its eggs in the original-IP basket.
The new tool enables content creators to publish and disseminate virtual reality content across all VR distribution platforms.
The VR experience will make its world premiere at Festival du Nouveau Cinema in Montreal.
Featuring six Canadian and six U.S. creators, the residency program will teach participants the theory and practice of creating VR experiences.
The TableRock Media CEO replaces outgoing chair Peter Miller.