FAQ

Welcome to our FAQ. Here we will try to answer any questions you may have. If you don’t see your question answered here, please send an email to info@con-g.ca or ask on our discord channel

What is Con-G?

Con-G is a weekend anime and gaming convention filled with staple attractions like panels, masquerade (costume contest), artists and other events, only it’s online so you can attend from the comfort of your home. It is run mainly on twitch, with additional content on our discord channel.

We strive to put together a fun and interesting weekend for anyone to enjoy. Participate from anywhere you can find an internet connection! No big crowds, no waiting in line, and no, you don’t even need to wear pants!

Wasn’t it Con-G:Geeks@Home before?

Yes! From 2021 to 2026 we ran with the Geeks@Home identity. However social media really doesn’t like a : and a @ sign in our name (it already hated the – lol) so we decided to drop it to better able to exist in an online space. So yes we are still online from the comfort of your home or a friends.

What is Con-G about?

We cover a wide range of topics and genres; from anime to comics, science fiction to fantasy. We have cosplay and costuming, gaming from tabletop to desktop, and a dash of zombies thrown in for good measure.

We are a fan run convention, which means that the topics we cover each year varies depending on the volunteer panelists. If you have a topic you are passionate about and want to run a panel of your own, you can apply to be a panelist here.

Is Con-G really free to attend?

Yes! Con-G is 100% free to attend, but if you like what we do, please consider donating.

We are a non-profit, completely volunteer-run organization. Funds raised help us cover event costs, and all net proceeds are donated to the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) National.

How do I attend Con-G?

Most panels and events are streamed on our Twitch channel, and you can chat with us on our Discord server.

Do I need to pre-register?

Registration is free and optional, but it will help us keep you updated. You’ll also get access to exclusive goodies and reminders!

If you wish to compete in the cosplay masquerade, you do need to pre-register and donate $5. This helps us cover the costs of the masq. Any net proceeds go to the CMHA.

Is Con-G kid-friendly?

Most of our programming is family-friendly, but we do tag any 18+ content clearly in the schedule.

P.S. Con-G is also pet friendly!

Will the content remain available after the weekend?

For the most part, our panels and events can be found on our YouTube channel shortly after the main event is over, but there are a few interactive and more conversational events that disappear after the weekend.

How can I participate/volunteer? 

There are many ways to be involved!

Our twitch chat is active during live streams, and our discord channel is open all year round! Some panels will ask for audience members to participate or be contestants.

We put out an open call for panelists in advance of the event every year. Keep an eye on our socials for updates on when those go live.

If you are someone who enjoys cosplay, our masquerade is another great way to be involved! We run a virtual cosplay contest each year for cosplayers of all levels. Visit our masquerade page for more details.

Our discord has a virtual artist alley for you to browse and support artists from our community.  For artists looking to join our virtual artist alley please refer to our discord channel.

How can I donate?

Donations prior to the event can be made through our ticket donation link, and during the event you can donate through our Ko-Fi account.

We appreciate you! 😗

I’d like to Sponsor Con-G, is that possible?

First of all, thank you! We do have sponsorships available. Please visit our Sponsorship page for details.

What does the ‘G’ stand for?

Con-G was started as an in person convention in the city of Guelph, so that is what the G stands for.  We also like to think it stands for ‘Geek’. Con-G can also be a pun on the Japanese word ‘kanji’ or the Chinese dish ‘congee’.

Does your dragon mascot have a name?

Yes! His name is Kon!