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National Festival 2026

April 15-18 in Ottawa at the
National Gallery and National Arts Cetnre

Homecoming show

April 18 at 2pm at the NAC
Featuring vets of Canada’s most iconic comedy institutions, hosted by AL Connors

Join us for an all-ages afternoon of improv comedy featuring Canadian Screen Award winners, Canadian Comedy Award winners, and performers whose roots include the CIG and Second City and other iconic Canadian comedy insitutions.

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Nurture creativity and community!

Support Canadian Improv Games, a vital hub for arts education and community building. Your donation will empower young artists and foster a vibrant cultural landscape.

"Being a CIG coach has become such a cornerstone of my career as an educator. I wish my school had it when I was a teen and I have seen the amazing things it does for our students."

"The skills I learned in improv have paid dividends in the rest of my life!"

"The joy of loving competition is an experience like no other. I'm so proud to be a part of a community that puts kindness over competing"

"At my little school, the theatre community sometimes feels small, and it's so important for my students to see that there are like-minded people everywhere. I have seen my students form lasting friendships with improvisers from hundreds of kilometres away. This program has the power to connect people."

“It’s amazing that an organization that meant so much to me growing up is back at it. It’s so exciting to be able to instil a love of improv in next generation of Sudburians/Northern Ontarians.”

“Playing in the CIG tournaments in high school opened up the doors to a whole community and art form that is now a huge part of my life. I’m so grateful and hope everyone has the chance to experience the magic of the CIG’s!”

Latest News & Updates

CIG 2025 Gift Guide

November 26, 2025

This Giving Tuesday, give the gift of CIG!

#CIG49 – possible directions / new rules – RESULTS!

November 12, 2025

We asked, and you answered! After 73 responses from across the country, we have the official results of our CIG49 Possible Directions survey. The updated rulebook and coaches manual are available online now!

Updated Rule Book and Training Manuals

November 3, 2025

This fall, we’re opening the floor to YOU. The National Office has put together a list of potential changes to the Canadian Improv Games, and we want your feedback before anything is finalized on November 7th.

volunteer

We are looking for volunteers for our tournaments across Canada. From helping run the All-Teams Meetings, to helping out with box office, being a part of the What’s In The Box crew, becoming a judge or trainer, or reffing the tournaments, you can help be a part of the Canadian Improv Games.

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