Scholastic Esports Expo
PD Track Schedule
New Media Manitoba Workshops & Info Sessions
UEFN (Unreal Engine for Fortnite) – Hands-On Workshop
Discover the power of Unreal Engine for Fortnite in this interactive session! Participants will get hands-on experience using UEFN to explore the fundamentals of video game creation. Computers will be provided for a fully immersive learning experience.
UI/UX, Game Development, Blender & Unity – Info Session
Join us for an in-depth info session on a FREE, self-paced online program that introduces participants to:
◾ Game Development Fundamentals
◾ Blender, the powerful 3d creation suite
◾ Unity, a leading game engine used to build interactive experiences
Perfect for aspiring game developers and digital creators!
Intro to Asset Creation with Tinkercad
◾ Learn how to design and build 3d assets using Tinkercad, a free, browser-based application. This beginner-friendly session will guide participants through 3d modelling and asset creation basics.
◾ Cogmation Robotics – Virtual Robotics & Coding
◾ Dive into the world of virtual robotics! Participants will learn to build and program robots using block coding and participate in fun, competitive challenges.
Game-itoba – Board Game Discovery
Explore a wide variety of board games—both classics and hidden gems! Whether you're a seasoned player or new to tabletop games, the Game-itoba team will be on hand to teach and share their favourites.
Event SPace
Round Room
◾ Seating for 80-100 people
◾ Hosted Streamers, Keynotes, Panel Discussions, and Grand Finals
Competition Room
◾ Gaming Laptops
◾ TVs and Consoles (Similar-sized room next door used for casual gaming for teams waiting for their matches)
Vendor Hallway
◾ Room for 12 Vendors
What is SEE?
The Scholastic Esports Expo (SEE) is a two-day event that celebrates gaming and fosters a vibrant community in Manitoba. It offers opportunities for school aged students to compete in esports tournaments, attend workshops, and meet with local vendors.
About the Event
The inaugural Scholastic Esports Expo (SEE) took place in May of 2023. Since then, SEE has attracted 19 unique schools and over 400 attendees. Hosted at the Red River College Polytechnic's Manitou a bi Bii daziigae building in Winnipeg's Exchange District, the event has already led to a significant surge in MSEA membership and participation, with projected doubled registration numbers for future seasons.
Event Structure
◾ Each day has its own tournament, with two game titles for the Middle Years and two for the Senior Years.
◾ Schools bring one team for each title offered, playing in a round robin with three matches guaranteed, while the top teams move up towards the playoffs.
◾ There are keynotes and panel discussions to provide more information to teacher, students, and parents about various topics.
Event Space Sponsored By:
Participants
Since the beginning of the first SEE in 2023, we've received support from more than 20 vendors across Manitoba and beyond.
Those who joined us in the past were:
◾ The Manitoba First Nations School System
◾ Keyano College
◾ Extra Life
◾ Lotus 8 Esports
◾ Big Brothers/Sisters Winnipeg
◾ RRC Polytechnic
◾ New Media Manitoba
◾ The University of Winnipeg Esports Club
and so many more!
Thank you!
Huge thanks to those who are partnering, sponsoring and supporting our event! Be sure to check out their booths or send them a thanks on social media!
Keynotes
We also host Keynotes and Panel Discussions each day with guest speakers and topics relevant to students interested in esports opportunities.
◾ Students explore various industry opportunities in esports, including game development, broadcasting, marketing, and event management.
◾ Insight into collegiate pathways for students, highlighting scholarship options, collegiate leagues, and esports programs at universities and colleges.
◾ Exposure to professional careers in esports, such as becoming pro players, coaches, analysts, and content creators, along with networking with industry experts.
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Participation Data 2024
426
77
38
15
Total Registration Numbers
Total Registration of Females
Total Number of Schools Attending
Total Number of School Divisions
Planning for 2025
When?
2025 MSEA Scholastic Esports Expo will be happening at Red River College Polytech on Friday May 23rd and Saturday, May 24th.
Numbers?
Based on early indicators regarding school registration numbers, Fall 2023 active participation in scholastic leagues, and teacher interest, we are conservatively anticipating our registration numbers to be double that of last year and our foot traffic to similarly double.
Partners & Sponsors
The Need for Partners & Sponsors
We are looking for partners & sponsors to help maximize our impact. Our volunteers, community, and venue are ready to go, but we need your support to help us grow.
Our partners & sponsors help ensure the success of each event but also have the opportunity to showcase their products and services at a time when many students and schools are moving toward building esports labs and promoting competing in-person at schools.
Partnership Opportunities
We are looking for hardware partners to help facilitate our largest event ever. We are seeking:
◾ 58 gaming laptops, as well as basic peripherals (mice and headsets
◾ 16 large HDMI displays
◾ 6 projectors
◾ 6 screens
Sponsorship Opportunities
Karl Hildebrandt Chair, MSEA
Richard Roberts Vice Chair
James Young Director, Senior Years
Nathan Koblun Director, Middle Years
Judith Cooper Director, Early Years
Stacey Matsumoto Director, EDIA
Saul Magdaleno Director, Media
Stephanie Hodgson Director, Finance
Msea Contacts
Thank you
For considering your involvement in the Scholastic Esports Expo