Show Features

nDEX: Northern Digital Expo, presented by Ford is Canada's ultimate Gaming, Entertainment and Technology festival.

Featuring the 2007 Ford Major League Gaming Canadian Open, nDEX: Northern Digital Expo, is dedicated to showcasing the latest in video gaming hardware, games and all things digital.

Hosted at Toronto's Direct Energy Centre – Canada's largest indoor exhibition hall – nDEX: Northern Digital Expo is expected to attract over 25,000 digital lifestyle and gaming enthusiasts.

The three–day event will feature:

1. The 2007 Ford MLG Canadian Open, with more than $70,000 in prizing up for grabs.
2. Over 2,000 competitive gamers from Canada and U.S.
3. Massive gaming tournament area complete with professional gaming arena
4. Contests and scheduled stage shows
5. Play with pro gamers
6. Workshops and seminars
7. Themed zones
8. Retail area

Why Exhibit

1. Prime opportunity to interact with digitally savvy consumers in time for the holiday season
2. Unique event offering a cost–effective way to intensely hit your target audience
3. More than 25,000 gaming and digital lifestyle enthusiasts to draw new consumers to your booths
4. For more information on pricing, please download our nDEX: Northern Digital Expo Exhibit Opportunities PDF document.

Other Show Features

2007 Ford MLG Canadian Open

The 2007 Ford MLG Canadian Open is Canada's first Major League Gaming event. The feature event, the 2007 Ford MLG Canadian Open will take place from Friday, November 2nd to Sunday, November 4th. This professional video game league will offer four competitive opportunities for Halo 2, Gears of War and Rainbow Six Vegas players. Team passes are available to the public and can be purchased at www.mlgcanada.com.

AMP Guitar Hero Competition

You've always wanted to be a rock star so here's your chance at the Amp Guitar Hero competition! Become a competitor against Canada's best Guitar Hero performers. First prize is $5,000!

Live Music

Alpha Galates will play a set each day. The band has signed with Sony EMI. The first single from Alpha Galates, entitled 'Natio" is on the Halo 3 Soundtrack (CDN Edition) that is distributed by EMI. Their new CD is comprised of music that is inspired by the game and 'Natio" will be used in the marketing of the soundtrack at stores everywhere.

Alpha Galates have been commissioned to score a new and exciting animations series! Alpha was approached to provide the musical backdrop to The Alveus, as their songs are a perfect fit with the storyline.

HALO 3 Lan Party

This will be the first major LAN party for Halo 3 players. Free to play for all attendees.

NFL EA Madden '08 Sports Zone featuring NFL Player

NFL Canada will be featuring an EA Madden '08 zone complete with star NFL players. Stop by and play Madden '08 head to head against the players behind the toughest sports league in the world.

Exclusive Xbox 360 Play Area

The Xbox 360 Play area is your chance to experience all the newest and exciting Xbox 360 titles including Guitar Hero 3, Rock Band and many more! Challenge your friends to multiplayer matches or have your photo taken with Master Chief. Take a break from all the action by learning pro tips from MLG US and Canadian pro players on the Xbox stage, complete with game analysis and commentary. Guest speakers from Microsoft's Bungie Studios will also be featured.

Zellers Spa Zone

Rest your feet at the Zellers spa zone during your stay at nDEX: Northern Digtal Expo. Parents of 2007 Ford MLG Canadian Open competitors and all attendees are welcome to relax and enjoy all the amenities of a spa.

Nintendo Miingle Zone

The Nintendo Miingle zone will allow all attendees to create their own Mii avatar using Nintendo's Wii. A contest for the best Mii character will also be featured. Bring your own Mii's using your Wiimote and enter to win prizes. Want to take your Mii home? Wear your customized Mii on a t–shirt printed immediately in the Nintendo Miingle Zone

Panasonic Digital Theatre

The Panasonic Digital Theatre will showcase the latest plasma, projector displays and home theatre technology. Daily anime, sci–fi movies and game trailers will be available throughout the weekend. On Sunday, November 4th, NFL games will be shown on bigger than life Hi–Definition screens.

Play WOW in 3D with True3di

Truly live inside World of Warcraft and Counterstrike in 3D with True3Di technology. Using state of the art stereoscopic methods, True3Di monitors will be featured in North America for the first time at nDEX: Northern Digital Expo. True3Di will also showcase their camera system for the ultimate in 3D movie production.

Pro Player Seminars

You've logged hundreds of hours playing Gears of War, Rainbow Six Vegas and the Halo series, but you can't seem to take your gaming to the next level. Fear no longer as the best Major League Gaming pro players will be offering seminars on how to enhance your gameplay. Members of such coveted teams as Final Boss, Carbon, Str8 Rippin' and Harmony & Havoc will offer expert advice on team strategies and how to train for the MLG pro circuit.

nDEX: Northern Digital Expo Blue Zone by Phoenix Bluetooth Technologies

nDEX: Northern Digital Expo will be featuring several blue zones throughout the event enabling all bluetooth mobile phones, PDAs and laptop computers to download games, content and show schedules. Try out the newest mobile games or follow the MLG Canadian Open with team recaps and game film.

Dance Dance Revolution Competition

Lace up your dancing shoes and prepare to battle DDR styles! More info coming soon.

Game Demo area

nDEX: Northern Digital Expo will have a myriad of games for attendees to demo. Everything from pub games to the latest in console, PC and mobile games.