From AbraCanAda.ca:
All the fun of lectures, shows, sessions, and socializing without needing a passport. This event will celebrate and showcase the talent of our Canadian conjurors.
Planning to make magic in Spring 2027 in the Quebec-Windsor corridor.
Previously shared on Facebook September 27.
Head held high Kameron! You had an incredible AGT journey. Well done!
From the September 18th Facebook post by Kameron Marshall:
What a wild ride. Semifinalist on America's Got Talent - AGT doesn’t sound too bad. From Pickering to the big stage is kind of crazy.
I’m grateful for this entire experience. It’s been a hell of a journey. These past few months here at Americas Got Talent were amazing, and I grew so much as a magician, a performer, an entertainer, but most importantly as a person.
Watch Kameron Marshall's Semi-final appearance on AGT:
From the September 15th upload "Kameron Marshall’s Inception Magic Ends With A SHOCKING Reveal! | Semifinals | AGT 2026" at the AGT YouTube channel:
For Kameron Marshall, tattoos represent the biggest moments of his life, and reaching the AGT Semifinals is one he’ll never forget! He tests the power of suggestion with a mind-bending card magic act.
Previously shared on Facebook September 18.
From the September 9th Instagram post by Michael Likey:
Premieres Wednesday 23rd September on all social media.
From the September 2nd Instagram post by AGT Auditions:
KAMERON MARSHALL is heading to the semifinals!
From the September 12th Facebook post by friends of the blog, Young & Strange:
Catch us LIVE next week on the Semi-Finals of @agt
Be ready to vote!!
From the September 7th article "The Business of Lucy Darling: How Carisa Hendrix Went From Performing At Haunted Houses To Touring Globally As Her Old Hollywood-Inspired Character – Comedy Means Business Podcast" by Matt Grobar at Deadline:
When data suggested that Lucy could go from playing to audiences in the hundreds to theaters with a capacity in the thousands, Hendrix put her own money behind the theory to get promoters behind her, absorbing tens of thousands of dollars in expenses to book venues in the Pacific Northwest through four-wall rental arrangements. It was a nerve-wracking decision, but Hendrix needn’t have worried, as she was able to begin moving large quantities of tickets almost immediately when they went on sale.
Hendrix breaks down the story in full today on Comedy Means Business, unveiling the business mechanics behind her rapid rise. Explaining the community values behind the Lucy Darling experience, which she says has become something like a themed party, she also talks finding “green flags” in collaborators and business partners, the wild experience that is the Las Vegas residency, and much more.Read more and watch the Comedy Means Business Podcast interview.
Found at the September 7th Instagram post by Carisa Hendrix.
From the September 6th Instagram post by 52 Plus Joker:
📣AUCTION 📣 Imagine bidding on and winning a wonderful deck without attending our convention in Niagara Falls. Like last year, we’re making that possible.
Members can place your bids online at any time before 6:00 PM EST on October 23rd, 2026. The highest online bid becomes the starting point of the live auction at the convention in Niagara Falls on Saturday, October 24th. If nobody outbids you live, you win. Simple.
Learn more about the organization at 52PlusJoker.org
The following is a guest post from an author who wishes to be known as The Magic Demon.
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Curtis - Vancouver's Golden Man of Magic
by The Magic Demon
Exclusive to Canada's Magic
Walk around delightful Granville Island in Vancouver BC this summer and you will see many dazzling and remarkable sights.
The stylish skyline. The always full-of-activity green-blue water. The unusual shops and artisans.
If you are especially lucky you may also see Curtis - Vancouver's Golden Man of Magic. Or as he is officially known, The Gilded Johnson - Independent Living Statue.
Combining magic and Living Statue performance techniques, Curtis has quickly made himself one of the city's most colourful and memorable street performers.
His backstory is an inspiring one. A traumatic BMX-related injury just a couple years ago completely changed his life's trajectory - with him ending up as one of the most iconoclastic buskers in all of Vancouver. But that is only part of his remarkable story.
Check out his website for the full story: BeLivingProof.ca
And be sure to stop and say hello should you see him in person. You will have met not just a golden living statue but a golden living example of overcoming adversity with humour, determination and talent.
Curtis with Quincy, owner of Clownin' Around on Granville Island,
Canada's only dedicated b & m magic shop west of the Rockies.
Photo credit: The Magic Demon- The Magic Demon
Thank you The Magic Demon for guest posting at Canada's Magic!
From the September 2nd Instagram post by AGT Auditions:
KAMERON MARSHALL is heading to the semifinals!
Watch Kameron Marshall's Quarterfinal appearance on AGT:
From the September 1st upload "Kameron Marshall's Card Magic Leaves Everyone SPEECHLESS! | Quarterfinals | AGT 2026" at the AGT YouTube channel:
There are more ways to shuffle a deck of cards than there are atoms on Earth, and Kameron Marshall beats the odds with unbelievable card magic!
Watch America's Got Talent LIVE on Tuesday and Wednesday at 8/7c on NBC and next day on Peacock.
From the August 27th Instagram post by the Mic Drop Agency:
Our client, @kameronmarshall, takes the AGT stage for the Quarterfinals on September 1st at 8 PM ET on NBC. Tune in and show him some love.
We previously reported that Kameron Marshall was picked by Sofia to appear on the Judges' Callbacks episode of AGT.
We understand from Kameron's August 4th Instagram post, that the episode will air on Tuesday August 11th. Tune in then to see if Kameron makes it to the Quarterfinals!
From IBM Ring 92 The Vancouver Magic Circle:
For over a decade, Felice Ling has popped up on streets around the world. This occasionally international street performer has been seen at Faneuil Hall, Harvard Square, and fringe festivals from Edinburgh to Adelaide. She was a finalist at the Inaugural FISM World Championship of Street Magic in 2025.
Found at the August 6th Facebook post by the Vancouver Magic Circle.
Congratulations Billy on your well-earned recognition at IBM 2026! (Right on the heels of THE SAME ACCOMPLISHMENT at SAM 2026!)
From the July 26th Facebook post by Shawn Farquhar:
Congratulations to Billy Hsueh on winning First Place and People's Choice awards at the IBM Convention in St, Louis!
From the July 8th Facebook post by Reid Ferry:
Check out Kameron Marshall’s FULL America's Got Talent audition!
From the July 7th upload "How Did He Do That?! Kameron Marshall’s Impossible Card Magic" at the America's Got Talent YouTube channel:
Magic is alive! Kameron Marshall shocks the judges with impressive card tricks that end with a jaw-dropping reveal. Mel B calls it "brilliant" and Sofia Vergara names it her favorite audition of the day!
Previously shared on Facebook July 8.
Congratulations Billy on your well-earned recognition at SAM 2026!
From the July 4th Facebook post by Shawn Farquhar:
Especially Billy Hsueh who won First Place, plus People's Choice and the rarely given Silver Medal of Honor.
From the July 4th Facebook post by The Society of American Magicians:
Close-up Contest
1st Place, People's Choice, and Silver Medal Winner: Billy Hseuh
Previously shared on Facebook July 4.
From the May 6th article "Shawn Farquhar and Friends Bring Wonder to TED2026" by James Lauffer at Conjurly:
Attendees at the TED2026 conference had a unique opportunity beyond the signature talks that share paradigm-shifting ideas and the chance to interact with some of the world’s brightest and most influential thinkers. Thanks to Shawn Farquhar and a select group of five additional magicians, they were able to experience wonder even beyond the typical awe-inspiring experience TED is known for.
Found at the May 6th Facebook post by Alyx Hilshey.
Previously shared on Facebook May 6.
From Michael Close's May 6th Facebook post:
The cutoff date for submissions has been moved to June 30, 2026
Previously shared on Facebook May 6.
We're excited to see the names Paul Romhany (VANISH Magic Magazine) and Juliana Chen on the list! Congratulations to all of the winners!
From the TheChristopherFoundation.com:
2026 Foundation Award Winners
- Literary Award - Paul Romhany
- Rising Star Award - TJ Salta
- Close-up Award - Jim Sisti
- Ambassador of Magic - Scott Wells
- Masters Award - Peter Samelson
- Award of Excellence - Juliana Chen
- Lifetime Achievement Award - Paul Fidler
- Magic History Preservationist - Dr. Bruce Averbook
Previously shared on Facebook May 8.
Alex Kazam is documenting on Instagram his journey back to live performances.
Follow him in his journey. Let him know if anything resonates with you. If you can, encourage and support his efforts!
Shout-out to the convention team: Alex Zander, Billy Hsueh, and Brian Cook!
Check out the group photo and highlights including contests, shows, lectures, and panel discussions at PCAMmagic.com/history/2026.
Found at the April 11th post by Ryan Pilling at the Pacific Coast Associations of Magicians Facebook group.
Previously shared on Facebook April 12.
The Magic Palace was a Canadian television series, produced and hosted by Dale Harney. You can watch episodes of the show at Magicana.
From the March 31st Facebook post by Scott Imler at the Calgary Magic Circle Facebook group:
(republished with permission from Scott)
Hi everyone. My name is Scott Imler. Some of you are friends while others from the Magic community may know me from our shared love of Magic and working with Dale Harney on The Magic Palace TV series.
Dale's son, Shane, reached out to me seeking support to nominate Dale for the Alberta Award of Excellence for his contribution to Magic and his influence on the Arts in Alberta. This influence spans his live performances across Canada and the world, as well as his starring roles in several television series he created. These series include The Dale Harney Show, Lynsky and Company and of course, The Magic Palace. In addition, he has made many other TV appearances, including a CBC special featuring him and his wife, Lynda.
Part of the Nomination includes a few SHORT letters of recommendation from friends, fans, employees, and the public who were positively influenced by Dale and his work.
If you would like to send me a short blurb to be included in the nomination, the Harney Family would appreciate your input. Please keep it brief: quality over quantity.
Please send your thoughts to me Scott Imler at simler [at] telus [dot] net [editer's note: reformat accordingly]
Thanks in Advance Scott!!
Please note that if nominated it will be a surprise for Dale. [emphasis added]
