Kickstarter, the awesome crowdfunding website which has helped numerous new projects make the jump from concept to production, has today announced that they will be expanding their service to Canada.
The new Canadian Kickstarter website service will be launching this summer and help Canada-based projects raise funds via the Kickstarter pledging system to help make their ideas a reality.
Kickstarter’s Impact on Creative Projects
“Kickstarter is a home for everything from films, games, and music to art, design, and technology. Kickstarter is full of projects, big and small, that are brought to life through the direct support of people like you. Since our launch in 2009, more than 4.3 million people have pledged over $676 million, funding more than 44,000 creative projects. Thousands of creative projects are raising funds on Kickstarter right now.”
Kickstarter has revolutionized the way creative projects get funded. By providing a platform where creators can present their ideas directly to the public, it has democratized the funding process. This has allowed for a diverse range of projects to come to life, from innovative tech gadgets to groundbreaking films and unique art installations. The platform’s success stories include the Oculus Rift, a virtual reality headset that raised nearly $2.5 million, and the Pebble smartwatch, which garnered over $10 million in pledges.
What This Means for Canadian Creators
The expansion into Canada is a significant milestone for Kickstarter and Canadian creators alike. Previously, Canadian projects had to navigate complex workarounds to launch on Kickstarter, often involving partnerships with U.S.-based collaborators. With the new Canadian service, creators can now launch their projects directly from Canada, making the process much simpler and more accessible.
This move is expected to unleash a wave of creativity from Canadian innovators. Canada has a rich history of artistic and technological innovation, and this new platform will provide the necessary support to bring these ideas to fruition. Whether it’s a new indie film, a groundbreaking piece of technology, or a unique art project, Canadian creators will now have the tools they need to reach a global audience.
For more information on the new Kickstarter Canada service that will be launching in the summer, you can register your interest via email over on the Kickstarter official website.
Source: Kickstarter
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