GameBreakers, a Canadian organisation focused on youth-led innovation in sports and media, has officially opened pre-registration for its Esports Development Camps, a project that claims to be the first structured esports curriculum of its kind in Canada.
The project will be hosted in Hamilton, Ontario, as the city aims to be positioned as a hub for Canadian esports innovation. GameBreakers has also partnered with Area 51 Sports to provide official apparel and uniforms for participants and staff.
According to a press release, the initiative is designed to equip young Canadians with skills, knowledge, and practical experience for careers in the digital economy. The camps integrate esports, media production, entrepreneurship, and wellness, creating pathways from youth participation to higher education and employment opportunities.
GameBreakers launched a pilot programme over the summer, and will build on this experience to expand into three structured tracks: Jr. Camps, for ages 8–12, with Foundational gameplay skills, personal development, and an introduction to esports and media; Sr. Camps for ages 13–16, with pre-professional training for aspiring creators and competitive gamers, with a focus on content creation, branding, and entrepreneurship while respecting streaming age restrictions; And Elite Camps for ages 16+, with High-level competition, squad strategy, event production, larger prize pools, and professional performance tracking.
The curriculum was co-developed with Andrew Fedurko, DBA, NPDP, Mohawk College’s Esports Administration Facilitator, to ensure alignment with educational and industry standards.
The camps follow a “parent-first coach” approach, designed to involve families directly in fostering youth digital literacy and online safety. Each programme blends wellness activities and physical exercise with training in technical, creative, and leadership skills. Participants gain hands-on experience in live media settings, public speaking, and collaborative production, while also earning points that contribute to the GameBreakers Scholarship Fund at Mohawk College, helping support access to post-secondary education.
The project is being designed as a licensable product for schools, colleges, and organisations in Canada and beyond. “Canada stands at a pivotal moment where esports is no longer just entertainment, but a bridge to skills, careers, and innovation. Through this initiative, we are laying the foundation for a national model that can connect passion to purpose, creating equitable opportunities for every young person, regardless of background,” stated Mary-Lynn Brownlee, CEO of GameBreakers.
Further information and registration form can be found at GameBreakers’ official website.
