New Directions for the Financing of Interactive Digital Media in Canada

New Directions for the Financing of Interactive Digital Media in Canada was undertaken by the Canadian Interactive Alliance to examine the state of national, provincial and international financing of the Canadian interactive digital media (IDM) sector. The report provides case studies of Ontario and Canadian IDM companies, summarizes relevant research literature from around the world, and collects market intelligence on jurisdictions that are modifying their approaches to funding to the digital media sector. The report finds that, despite the supportive policy environment in Canada, the growth potential in the IDM sector is being hampered by a lack of access to financing – in particular capital investment from the private sector such as venture capital funds and angel investors. June 12, 2012