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is proud to present the

2026 edition of Canada Plays!

April 27 – 29 2026​

Join us in Hamilton for an exclusive event where you’ll get access to the hottest games for 2026, from the industry’s top publishers! Come to Canada Plays!

Connect, learn and play!

Get your tickets

Thank you to our sponsors!

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Canada plays is...

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Canada Plays is THE event of the year that brings retailers, studios and publishers together in one place. It's more than a tradeshow, it’s a place where you can discover, learn and create unique relationships with major industry players. Play, network, sing and discover exciting exclusives!

Please note that this is a trade event and is not open to the general public.

WHERE?

Hamilton Convention Centre
1 Summers Ln, Hamilton, ON L8P 4Y2

WHEN?

Monday, April 27 – Wednesday, April 29, 2026

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Canada Plays, THE destination to connect, learn and play!

🎲  Live, interactive event

🎲  Inside looks at the most sought-after games and accessories of 2026

🎲  Network with top industry players

🎲  Get in the game and play some of 2026’s hottest titles !

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Event Schedule

when

What

where

  • 9:00am - 7:00pm

Registration

  • Chedoke Foyer
  • 9:00am - 4:00pm

Vendor Setup

  • Chedoke Room A/B
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Welcome Cocktail
(sponsored by Dyce Games & Office Dog)

  • Webster Lounge
  • From 7pm

Casual Game Night

  • Chedoke Room C
  • From 7pm

Karaoké Night
(sponsored by Gamegenic)

  • Wesbter Room ABC

when

what

where

  • 7:00am - 9:00am

Breakfast
(sponsored by Wizards of the Coast)

  • Albion Room A/B/C & Room 202/203
  • 9:00am - 7:00pm

Registration

  • Chedoke Foyer
  • 9:00am - 12:00pm

Live Presentations

  • Webster Room A/B/C
  • 9:00am - 5:00pm

Gaming Room

  • Chedoke Room C
  • 10:30am - 12:00pm

Tradeshow

  • Chedoke Room A/B
  • 10:30am - 4:00pm

Speed Paint Contest
(sponsored by Steamforged Games)

  • Room 314
  • 11:30am - 1:30pm

Lunch
(sponsored by Zygomatic)

  • Albion Room A/B/C & Room 202/203
  • 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Live Presentations

  • Webster Room A/B/C
  • 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Tradeshow

  • Chedoke Room A/B
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Dinner
(sponsored by Steamforged Games)

  • Albion Room A/B/C & Room 202/203
  • From 7:00pm

Game Night

  • Chedoke Room C
  • 8:00pm - 9:00pm

Speed Puzzle Contest
(sponsored by Outset Media)

  • Room 314
  • 8:30pm - 10:00pm

Giant Werewolves
(sponsored by Zygomatic)

  • Webster Room A/B/C

when

what

where

  • 7:00am - 9:00am

Breakfast
(sponsored by Fantasy Flight Games)

  • Albion Room A/B/C & Room 202/203
  • 9:00am - 12:00pm

Tradeshow

  • Chedoke Room A/B
  • 9:00am - 12:00pm​

Live Presentations

  • Webster Room A/B/C
  • 9:00am - 4:00pm

Gaming Library

  • Chedoke Room C
  • 10:00am - 12:30pm

Paint Workshop
(sponsored by Steamforged Games)

  • Room 314
  • 11:30am - 1:00pm

Lunch
(sponsored by Capstone Games)

  • Albion Room A/B/C & Room 202/203
  • 1:00pm - 4:30pm​

Live Presentations

  • Webster A/B/C
  • 2:00pm - 6:00pm

Teardown

  • Chedoke Room A/B

Questions?

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Canada Plays is a live, in-person event. While some content will be recorded and made accessible in the weeks following the event, live content will not be available on YouTube.

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