2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase summary

CanadasMagic.com is proud to present the 2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase.

This concludes the 2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase (ICMS)! 

We hope you enjoyed reading about many of the talented magicians across the country.  Thank you for joining us on the journey.

A huge shout out to everyone who submitted names and supporting text to us last month.  Thank you for generously making the time to celebrate your peers!

   

We couldn't have done this without the help of:

• Derrick Chung  
• Doug Hunt
• Garnet Garven
• Ian Stewart 
• Lee Asher 
• Leif David
• Paul Romhany
• Ryan Pilling
• Matt DiSero 
• and a mystery magician!
  

Thank you for the thought and time involved in sending us your submissions.

 

Congratulations again to everyone featured.  Keep up the great work!

Be sure to click on the links below to find out what makes each magician inspirational in their own right.  The story isn't just about who was selected.  Of equal, or perhaps greater importance, is why they were selected!

Review the submissions for the
2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase:
 
 Alex Boyer
Chanelle Munroe
Julie Eng
Ken McCreedy
Lon Mandrake
Marc Trudel
Matt Johnson
Ryan Michael
Scott McClelland
Sean Watson
Steve Valentine
Tabraze Sheikh

 

Julie Eng: Inspirational Canadian Magician

CanadasMagic.com is proud to present the 2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase.

Last, but certainly not least in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Julie Eng!

Julie Eng: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 

 

 

Julie was the director of Magicana for eighteen years and how much she's done there can't be overstated. Among other things, she played a huge part in the production and release of the Johnny Thompson books as well as the more recently monumental tomes of Eddie Dawes, both projects being of tantamount importance to magic's legacy. This year, she's taken the big leap to the executive director position at Genii Enterprises and now has the reins of MagicCol. I'm so excited to see what else she's got up her sleeve for the future..

Submitted by Derrick Chung

Congratulations Julie!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Julie Eng, visit her website at Magicienne.com, and follow her on Facebook and Instagram. 

To learn more about Magicana, visit Magicana.com.  To learn more about Genii, visit GeniiMagazine.com.

Thank you Derrick for your excellent submission!

To learn more about Derrick Chung, visit his website at DerrickChung.com and follow him on Facebook, and Instagram.  

2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase featuring (in order of publication):

Matt Johnson
Ken McCreedy
Marc Trudel
Ryan Michael
Tabraze Sheikh
Scott McClelland
Alex Boyer
Chanelle Munroe
Sean Watson
Steve Valentine
Lon Mandrake
Julie Eng
 

 

Lon Mandrake: Inspirational Canadian Magician

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We're coming near the end of this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase.  Today we present Lon Mandrake!

Lon Mandrake: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 

 

 

Lon Mandrake has been a leader in the magic community as the former Regional Vice-President for Canada of the Society of American Magicians. Under this leadership, the Society expanded its membership and Assemblies. While some may think he had to live in the shadow of his famous parents - Leon (and Velvet) Mandrake the Magician, Lon carved his own path. A now retired educator, an award-winning science teacher and past President of the British Columbia Science Teachers’ Association. Lon is internationally recognized for his mentalism and magic but he is most appreciated as a generous and supportive colleague.

Submitted by Garnet Garven

Congratulations Lon!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Lon Mandrake, visit his website at LeonMandrake.com, and follow him on Facebook.

Thank Garnet for your excellent submission!

To learn more about Garnet Garven visit his IBM Member profile.

2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase featuring (in order of publication):

Matt Johnson
Ken McCreedy
Marc Trudel
Ryan Michael
Tabraze Sheikh
Scott McClelland
Alex Boyer
Chanelle Munroe
Sean Watson
Steve Valentine
Lon Mandrake
Julie Eng
 

 

Steve Valentine: Inspirational Canadian Magician

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Next up in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Steve Valentine!

Steve Valentine: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 

 

 

For Steve's work at MagicOnTheGo. Really inspiring to see someone put up 900+ videos of magic instruction. Deep dives into the work from a real working pro is very rare to get access to. A lot of the material is also obscure and people may not even have known it existed, which aids in cataloguing material that may otherwise have been lost to history.

Submitted by Matt DiSero

Congratulations Steve!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Steve Valentine's project, visit his website at MagicOnTheGo.vhx.tv, and follow him on Facebook and Instagram.

Thank Matt for your excellent submission!

To learn more about Matt DiSero, visit his website MattDiSero.com and follow him on Facebook and Instagram.

2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase featuring (in order of publication):

Matt Johnson
Ken McCreedy
Marc Trudel
Ryan Michael
Tabraze Sheikh
Scott McClelland
Alex Boyer
Chanelle Munroe
Sean Watson
Steve Valentine
Lon Mandrake
Julie Eng
 

 

Chanelle Munroe and Sean Watson: Inspirational Canadian Magicians

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Next up in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, are Chanelle Munroe and Sean Watson!

Chanelle Munroe: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 

 

 

Chanelle’s work with the Indigenous community in Canada is inspiring as she  brings magic to remote communities and inspires young people with her performances and message of hope. She has gone where no other Canadian magician has gone before, and deserves to be recognized for her inspirational use of magic. 

Chanelle appeared on September 2024 cover of VANISH Magic Magazine. Her full story is there. It’s remarkable.

Submitted by Paul Romhany

Congratulations Chanelle!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Chanelle Munroe, visit her website at ChanelleMunroe.com, and follow her on Facebook and Instagram.

Thank you Paul, for your excellent submission!

To learn more about Paul Romhany, visit ChaplinMagic.com and follow him on Facebook and Instagram.

 

Sean Watson: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 

 

I am inspired by Sean Watson and Chanelle Munroe for their ability to captivate audiences across North America with their unique style of magic. I’ve had the privilege of seeing them perform at an elementary school, where their show left both students and staff in awe. With a recent rebranding, they have successfully toured festivals, community events, and elementary schools throughout Canada and the USA, continuing to amaze and inspire audiences of all ages.

Submitted by Leif David

Congratulations Sean!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Sean Watson, visit his website at SeanWatsonMagician.com, and follow him on Facebook and Instagram.

Thank you Leif, for your excellent submission!

To learn more about Leif David visit BCMagician.com, and follow him on Facebook and Instagram.

2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase featuring (in order of publication):


Matt Johnson
Ken McCreedy
Marc Trudel
Ryan Michael
Tabraze Sheikh
Scott McClelland
Alex Boyer
Chanelle Munroe
Sean Watson
Steve Valentine
Lon Mandrake
Julie Eng
 

 

Alex Boyer: Inspirational Canadian Magician

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Next up in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Alex Boyer!

 

Alex Boyer: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 

 

Alex Boyer has been putting in the work this year, bringing his fun, stylish brand of magic to audiences everywhere, including social media. He's got this natural flair that makes every performance a blast to watch. And besides all that talent, he’s just a genuinely awesome guy. Alex Boyer is warm, funny, and always brings good vibes wherever he goes.

Submitted by Lee Asher

Congratulations Alex!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Alex Boyer, visit his website at AlexBoyer.com, and follow him on Facebook and Instagram.

Thank you Lee, for your excellent submission!

To learn more about Lee Asher, visit LeeAsher.com and follow him on Instagram.

2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase featuring (in order of publication):

Matt Johnson
Ken McCreedy
Marc Trudel
Ryan Michael
Tabraze Sheikh
Scott McClelland
Alex Boyer
Chanelle Munroe
Sean Watson
Steve Valentine
Lon Mandrake
Julie Eng
 

 

Scott McClelland: Inspirational Canadian Magician

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Next up in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Scott McClelland!

 

Scott McClelland: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 

 

Scott works tirelessly to create a fully immersive world for his audiences to step into a unique theatrical experience. He applies his artistic talent crafting one-of-a-kind props, puppets, and set pieces to build a show which looks and feels like nothing else on earth. His deep commitment to character and aesthetic is an inspiring example of making the world more magical.

Submitted by Ryan Pilling

Congratulations Scott!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Scott McClelland, visit his website at DiabloManor.com and follow him on Facebook and Instagram.

Thank you Ryan, for your excellent submission!

To learn more about Ryan Pilling visit his website WOWRyan.com, sign up for his newsletter at MagicTipsAndTricks.com, and follow him on Facebook and Instagram.

2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase featuring (in order of publication):

Matt Johnson
Ken McCreedy
Marc Trudel
Ryan Michael
Tabraze Sheikh
Scott McClelland
Alex Boyer
Chanelle Munroe
Sean Watson
Steve Valentine
Lon Mandrake
Julie Eng
 

 

Tabraze Sheikh: Inspirational Canadian Magician

CanadasMagic.com is proud to present the 2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase

Next up in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Tabraze Sheikh!

 

Tabraze Sheikh: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 

 

Tabraze has been heavily involved in the Maritime magic scene for over a decade.  Although his specialty is mind reading, he is well versed in all areas of magic and particularly enjoys discussing and practicing script writing.  He’s the president of the Saint John Magic Circle, and as such not only takes a strong interest in performing, but also does much to bring together local magicians whenever possible.

Submitted by Ian Stewart

Congratulations Tabraze!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Tabraze Sheikh, follow him on Facebook and Instagram.

 

 

Thank you Ian, for your excellent submission!

To learn more about Ian Stewart visit his website at IanAmazing.com and follow him on Facebook and Instagram.

2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase featuring (in order of publication):

Matt Johnson
Ken McCreedy
Marc Trudel
Ryan Michael
Tabraze Sheikh
Scott McClelland
Alex Boyer
Chanelle Munroe
Sean Watson
Steve Valentine
Lon Mandrake
Julie Eng
 

 

Ryan Michael: Inspirational Canadian Magician

CanadasMagic.com is proud to present the 2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase

Next up in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Ryan Michael!

 

Ryan Michael: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 

 

Ryan Michael has inspired through continuing to sell out his residency at Crown & Thieves in Kelowna, BC, as well as being one of the busiest and most booked entertainers in Canada.

Submitted by Mystery Magician

Congratulations Ryan!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Ryan Michael, visit RyanMichaelMagic.com and follow him on Facebook and Instagram.

 

Thank you Mystery Magician for your excellent submission!

2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase featuring (in order of publication):

Matt Johnson
Ken McCreedy
Marc Trudel
Ryan Michael
Tabraze Sheikh
Scott McClelland
Alex Boyer
Chanelle Munroe
Sean Watson
Steve Valentine
Lon Mandrake
Julie Eng
 

 

Marc Trudel: Inspirational Canadian Magician

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Third up in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Marc Trudel!

 

Marc Trudel: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 

 

He's a full-time pro and on top of doing every type of magic there is (and winning two Canadian Championships in his spare time), he also runs the Club de Magie de Montréal.  He's also been one of my partners in the Montreal Magic Jam, running events from lectures and shows to full conventions for the past two decades. Oh and did I mention along with his wife Sophie-Anne Vachon, he publishes Conundrum Magazine. The man is insanely busy but somehow his love of magic never waivers, and he is a big reason why the magic community in Montreal continues to thrive.

Submitted by Derrick Chung

We were fortunate to see Marc both lecture and perform at this year's Browser's Bash and agree that the Canadian magic community is very lucky to benefit from Marc's talent and energies!

Congratulations Marc!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Marc Trudel, visit MarcTrudelMagicien.com and follow him on Facebook and Instagram. 

To learn more about the Montreal Magic Jam visit MontrealMagicJam.com and to learn more about Conundrum magazine visit ConundrumMagazine.com.

 

Thank you Derrick for your excellent submission!

To learn more about Derrick Chung, visit his website at DerrickChung.com and follow him on Facebook, and Instagram.  

2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase featuring (in order of publication):

Matt Johnson
Ken McCreedy
Marc Trudel
Ryan Michael
Tabraze Sheikh
Scott McClelland
Alex Boyer
Chanelle Munroe
Sean Watson
Steve Valentine
Lon Mandrake
Julie Eng
 

 

Ken McCreedy: Inspirational Canadian Magician

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Second in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Ken McCreedy!

 

Ken McCreedy: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 

 

Ken needs no introduction; his magical skills are well known throughout Canada and internationally.  A professional magician since the 1970s,  Ken has proven over the years to be Canada’s premier award-winning performer.

From stage to close-up performance to creating quality stage illusions and teaching his brand of creative magic, Ken does it all!
 
I find most inspirational about Ken is his ongoing effort and commitment to bring attention and recognition to many of our late great Canadian
Magicians.

I am honoured to know Ken.  He is a good person and wonderful friend.

Ken McCreedy is certainly an Inspirational Magician!

Submitted by Doug Hunt

Congratulations Ken!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Ken McCreedy, visit KenMcCreedy.com and follow him on Facebook and Instagram. 

 

Thank you Doug, for your excellent submission!

To learn more about Doug, visit his website at DougTheGreat.com and follow him on Facebook, and Instagram. ICYMI, read Graeme Reed's guest post about Doug's 2023 Guinness World Record breaking stilt walk, for which Doug was honoured by the The City of Brantford which officially opened a new Guinness World Record Stilt Display at the Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre on Monday December 2nd, 2024.

2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase featuring (in order of publication):

Matt Johnson
Ken McCreedy
Marc Trudel
Ryan Michael
Tabraze Sheikh
Scott McClelland
Alex Boyer
Chanelle Munroe
Sean Watson
Steve Valentine
Lon Mandrake
Julie Eng
 

 

Matt Johnson: Inspirational Canadian Magician

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First up in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Matt Johnson! 

 

Matt Johnson: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 

 

Based in Vancouver, Matt Johnson performs around the world on cruise ships, captivating international audiences with his breathtaking magic and escape acts. What inspires me most about Matt is his relentless pursuit of pushing magic and escapes to their physical limits. His grand-scale illusions set him apart, leaving a lasting impression on audiences worldwide. The fact that he’s consistently rebooked years in advance speaks volumes about the impact and success of his shows.

Submitted by Leif David

Congratulations Matt!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Matt, visit LikeMattJohnson.com and follow him on Facebook and Instagram. 

 

Thank you Leif, for your excellent submission!

To learn more about Leif David visit BCMagician.com and follow him on Facebook and Instagram.

2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase featuring (in order of publication):

Matt Johnson
Ken McCreedy
Marc Trudel
Ryan Michael
Tabraze Sheikh
Scott McClelland
Alex Boyer
Chanelle Munroe
Sean Watson
Steve Valentine
Lon Mandrake
Julie Eng
   

 

2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase

It's time for our second annual Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase (ICMS)!

Last month, we reached out to the magicians featured in last year's ICMS and asked them to write two to four sentences about someone in the Canadian magic community who inspired them in 2024.  (They were given the caveat that the magicians in last year's showcase were ineligible to be named in this year's showcase.)

Over the next couple of weeks, we'll be hosting a showcase of the submissions, in no particular order. 

We hope you enjoy!

2024 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase.
 

 

Note:  This is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the inspirational things magicians are doing across Canada.  Instead, think of it as highlighting a random sample of excellence at a single point in time.

2023 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase summary

This concludes the 2023 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase! 

We hope you enjoyed reading about many of the talented magicians across the country.

A huge shout out to everyone who trusted us enough to submit names and supporting text last month, even though you didn't know exactly how it was going to be used.  

We couldn't have done this without the help of:

• Alex Zander
  
• Bill Wood
  
• Brent Smith 
  
• Carey Lauder  
  
• Chris Yuill 
  
• Derrick Chung  
  
• George (@kid_oldman_magic) 
• Graeme Reed
  
• Gwyn Auger
  
• Lee Asher  
• Matt DiSero 
  
• Peter Mennie
  
• Ryan Pilling and
  
• a mystery magician or three.
  

Thank you for the work involved in sending us your submission.

 

Congratulations again to everyone featured.  Keep up the great work!

2023 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase:

Alexandra
 Chris Gowen
 Colin Geddes
 Derrick Chung
 Doug Hunt
Garnet Garven
Ian Stewart 
Lee Asher 
Leif David
 Paul Romhany
  Rob Teszka
 Ryan Pilling
 Scott Baird
 SYM Manitoba
  Wes Barker
 Yannick Lacroix

 

Wes Barker: Inspirational Canadian Magician

Sixteenth in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Wes Barker!

Wes Barker: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 

 

Wes is by far the most dedicated magician we have working in Canada, his work ethic is unparalleled. Add to that the volume of creative output -- a new live show, taped a TV show, produces and tours shows, wrote a book and put it out to audio book, hosts podcasts and creates viral videos.  I rarely leave a meeting with Wes not inspired.  Every time I hang out with that dude he's always making me want to try new things and see what else I can push for.  I rarely do them, that's on me.

Submitted by Matt DiSero

 

 

 

The show Wes Barker: Live on Tour dropped on Wes Barker's YouTube channel this morning: 

 

Congratulations Wes!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Wes Barker visit his website WesBarker.ca, visit his store 2nd to none, listen to his podcast Bottom of the Barrel (with Chris Ramsay) and follow him on Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram.

 

Thank Matt for your excellent submission!

To learn more about Matt DiSero, visit his website MattDiSero.com and follow him on Facebook and Instagram.

2023 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase featuring (in order of publication):

Paul Romhany
  Alexandra 
 Derrick Chung
 Doug Hunt
 Chris Gowen
 Yannick Lacroix
 Scott Baird  
  Leif David 
  Garnet Garven 
  Lee Asher
  Rob Teszka
  Ian Stewart
 Colin Geddes
 SYM Manitoba
 Ryan Pilling
  Wes Barker 
   

 

Ryan Pilling: Inspirational Canadian Magician

Fifteenth in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Ryan Pilling!

Ryan Pilling: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 

 

For years, Ryan has shared his creativity and time with magicians across Canada. Always ready to help a fellow magician, Ryan raises the bar for Canadian magic and encourages us to think differently about our show and audience.

Through his “Tips & Tricks for Magicians” newsletter, his own wildly creative magic, his willingness to share his skills with those around him and his continued work with the I.B.M. in supporting our global magic community, Ryan Pilling embodies what it means to be an inspirational magician. If I MUST ever grow up, I want to be like Ryan.

Submitted by Alex Zander

 

 

Ryan has been creating and opening sharing great Tips and Tricks for magicians. His website and emails are so informative and the tricks are almost always FANTASTIC and easy to follow and understand. I can't believe he's giving it all away for free!

Submitted by Mystery Magician 2

 

Congratulations Ryan!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Ryan Pilling visit his website WOWRyan.com, sign up for his newsletter at MagicTipsAndTricks.com, and follow him on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

 

Thank you to the Alex and Mystery Magician 2 for your excellent submissions!

To learn more about Alex Zander, visit his website AlexSeaman.com and follow him on Facebook and Instagram.

2023 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase featuring (in order of publication):

Paul Romhany
  Alexandra 
 Derrick Chung
 Doug Hunt
 Chris Gowen
 Yannick Lacroix
 Scott Baird  
  Leif David 
  Garnet Garven 
  Lee Asher
  Rob Teszka
  Ian Stewart
 Colin Geddes
 SYM Manitoba
 Ryan Pilling
   

 

SYM Manitoba: Inspirational Canadian Magicians

Fourteenth in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is the Society of Young Magicians (SYM) Manitoba!

SYM Manitoba: Inspirational Canadian Magicians.
 

 

It was been a very strange busy year and the main magic I have been involved in is our local Society of Young Magicians. Because of that I feel inspired by the 20 or so young magicians in our group that continue to expand their skills both in class and out.
 
The biggest thing they do is their inventiveness. We will teach a trick or sleight and it is so refreshing to see them put their own style and spin on it and bring a pretty basic trick to a show stopper which for pre-teens is very nice!

Submitted by Carey Lauder

 

 

Congratulations to the membership of the SYM Manitoba!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about SYM Manitoba, visit their website at SYMManitoba.com.

 

Thank you to the Carey for your excellent submission!

To learn more about Carey Lauder, visit his website LauderPhotography.com and follow him on Facebook and Instagram.

2023 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase featuring (in order of publication):

Paul Romhany
  Alexandra 
 Derrick Chung
 Doug Hunt
 Chris Gowen
 Yannick Lacroix
 Scott Baird  
  Leif David 
  Garnet Garven 
  Lee Asher
  Rob Teszka
  Ian Stewart
 Colin Geddes
 SYM Manitoba