Building the Future of Calgary’s Creative Economy

Artists, filmmakers, game developers, community leaders and more will gather at Uplook LIVE on Nov. 27 to explore the possibilities ahead for Calgary’s creative economy.

Centered on the city’s economic action plan, our last Uplook LIVE of 2024 brings together industry leaders to discuss the future of the arts, film, post-production, animation, video games, esports, digital media and entertainment in Calgary.

Featuring an insightful presentation from a leading local futurist and a panel discussion with industry experts, we’ll consider global trends and areas where Calgary’s creative industries are set to take centre stage.

Which creative industries could Calgary be known for globally? What new skillsets are in demand to fuel this development? Discover the opportunities ahead for Calgary with us at Uplook LIVE.

Register for free

PRESENTER

• Rachelle Bugeaud, Foresight Manager, Calgary Economic Development 

PANELISTS

The panel discussion will be moderated by Luke Azevedo, Calgary Film Commissioner and Vice President, Creative Industries and Operations, Calgary Economic Development.

• Hasmi Ferguson, Co-founder, Stellar Creative Lab
• Tasneem Rahim, Vice President External, Bow Valley College
• Alex Sarian, President and CEO, Arts Commons

AGENDA

ABOUT UPLOOK LIVE

The Uplook LIVE event series invites Calgarians to actively participate in the city’s economic action plan. The ambitious vision for Uplook: An Action Plan for Our Economy is to create Calgary as the place where bright minds and big ideas come together with an unmatched spirit to help solve global challenges. This strategy is driven by five pillars — Talent, Innovation, Livability, Business Environment and Brand — all working together to build an inclusive and resilient economy for all Calgarians. 

How will you help shape the future of the Blue Sky City? Discover more about Uplook here.