Youth Camps (Game Jam Next)
Youth Camps (Game Jam Next) is a program offered by IGNITE Atlantic for entrepreneurs and small businesses in Atlantic Canada (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador).
IGNITE Atlantic offers technology-focused youth camps, including Game Jam Next events, where youth ages 12-17 create video or board games with expert support and guidance. Events are held across all three IGNITE locations.
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Program details
IGNITE Atlantic runs youth technology camps including the Game Jam Next events, a game design challenge for youth ages 12-17. During these events, participants create video games or physical board games from scratch in a single day, with technical support and guidance from IGNITE staff. Laptops are available on a first-come, first-served basis for those who cannot bring their own (contact brittany@igniteatlantic.com for Sydney or madison@igniteatlantic.com for New Glasgow/Yarmouth to reserve). Physical game creation supplies are provided. Lunch is included. Finished games can be uploaded to the Global Game Jam Next platform for global showcase. Events are held across IGNITE's locations in Sydney (Cape Breton), New Glasgow, and Yarmouth.
Who qualifies
Youth ages 12-17. Registration via Eventbrite required.
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