Exciting News: The Return of the Canadian Game Awards
The Canadian Game Awards (CGA) are set to make a grand comeback. Mark your calendars for February 21, 2026, as the ceremony will take place at the TIFF Lightbox in Toronto. This venue also hosted this year's event, which celebrated some remarkable achievements in gaming.
Celebrating Excellence in Gaming
This past February, two standout titles were recognized: Balatro, developed by Localthunk from Saskatchewan, and Dragon Age: The Veilguard, created by BioWare Edmonton. Among these contenders, Balatro clinched the prestigious title of Game of the Year. Additionally, this year's awards featured an exciting ‘Eh! Expo,' where attendees could explore and play various indie games for free.
THE CANADIAN GAME AWARDS ARE BACK!
FEBRUARY 21, 2026
TIFF LIGHTBOX, TORONTO#CGA2026 #CanadianGameAwards #CGA #TIFFLightbox
A Glimpse into Future Nominations
The anticipation surrounding what's next for the CGAs is palpable. In a recent interview with creator Carl-Edwin Michel earlier this year, he shared his vision to broaden the scope of future shows.
This upcoming event will likely feature several notable titles vying for awards. Some confirmed contenders include Ubisoft Quebec's highly anticipated game Assassin's Creed: Shadows, Compulsion Games' intriguing project titled South of Midnight, and Yellow Brick Games' captivating release called Eternal Strands.. These games represent just a fraction of what Canada has to offer in its vibrant gaming scene.
A Thriving Industry Worth Celebrating
The Canadian video game industry is thriving and boasts an impressive worth of $5.1 billion. This growth reflects not only creativity but also dedication from developers across the country. As we look forward to more announcements about upcoming releases later this year-like Toronto's Sticky Brain's new title Rooster , Capybara's Battle Vision Network , and Halifax-based Styrax's ... We have plenty to celebrate!
Your Favorite Titles?
This year's lineup has already sparked excitement among gamers everywhere! What are some of your favorite Canadian games so far? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!
