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24 December 2025

ICYMI: Magical traditions from Tips & Tricks for Magicians

Previously shared December 24, 2024

 

From the December 4, 2024 Facebook post by Tips & Tricks for Magicians:

 


There's also this one from the December 22, 2022 Facebook post by Tips & Tricks for Magicians:

 

 

 

And last but not least, our favourite from the December 22, 2022 Facebook post by Tips & Tricks for Magicians:

 

 


 

 

 

 

ICYMI: A magical song to get you into the holiday spirit!

Previously shared December 24, 2024

As performed by by Bernard & Elizabeth at the December 13, 2024 Magic Circle of Saint John Christmas party.    


Reprinted with permission.


Magical Bells
(To the tune of “Jingle Bells”)

🎵 Chorus:
Magic spells, magic spells, tricks are on display,
Oh, what fun it is to cast illusions all the way, hey!
Magic spells, magic spells, rabbits jump away,
Abracadabra! Cards appear, the crowd shouts out, “Hooray!” 🎵

Verse 1:
Dashing through the stage,
With wands held high in hand,
Conjuring amaze,
A show that’s truly grand!
Top hats full of cheer,
With scarves that never end,
The crowd is full of wonder here,
And laughter we will send!

🎵 Chorus

Verse 2:
Pulling coins from air,
And flowers from a hat,
Rings that float and fly,
Imagine all of that!
The deck begins to move,
Your card is guessed just right,
A little wave, a little smile,
And magic fills the night!

🎵 Chorus

 

 



 

 

22 December 2025

2025 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase summary

This concludes the 2025 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:


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!










19 December 2025

Ian Stewart: Inspirational Canadian Magician

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

 

Ian Stewart: Inspirational Canadian Magician
Ian Stewart: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 
 

 

Canadian magician, hypnotist and multiple record holder Ian Stewart is an inspiration because despite his multiple achievements his pure love of magic is demonstrated by his unwavering support and mentorship of up and coming magicians. 

In his home of Nova Scotia he has been a constant source of help in supporting the local magic community. All the while asking for nothing in return -- just because of his love of magic. Ian also is constantly a source of encouragement for local magicians to push their own boundaries.

Submitted by Tabraze Sheikh 



Congratulations Ian!  Keep up the great work!

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


Thank you to Tabraze, for your excellent submission!  

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






18 December 2025

Chris Gowen: Inspirational Canadian Magician

Next in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Chris Gowen!

 

Chris Gowen: Inspirational Canadian Magician
Chris Gowen: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 
 

 

Chris has been consistently increasing the quality, variety, and strength of his shows. He's been performing multiple times per week at the Rec Room in Edmonton, and selling out many of them. His dedication to creating original effects, always looking to improve, and constantly learning and putting on multiple shows per week is an incredible inspiration.

Submitted by Ryan Michael 



Congratulations Chris!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Chris Gowen, visit his website at ChrisGowen.ca and follow him on Facebook, and Instagram.  


Thank you to Ryan, for your excellent submission!  

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






16 December 2025

Ryan Joyce: Inspirational Canadian Magician

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

 

Ryan Joyce: Inspirational Canadian Magician
Ryan Joyce: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 
 

 

Ryan Joyce for his continued leadership of the Canadian Association of Magicians.  Notably in 2025, Ryan championed the the launch of the "Canada Proud" deck of playing cards, which features his artwork on the backs.

Submitted by Mystery Magician II 



Congratulations Ryan!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Ryan Joyce, visit his website at RyanJoyce.com or follow him on Facebook and Instagram.


Thank you to our anonymous Mystery Magician II, for your excellent submission!






15 December 2025

Stéphane Bourgoin: Inspirational Canadian Magician

Next in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Stéphane Bourgoin!

 

Stéphane Bourgoin: Inspirational Canadian Magician
Stéphane Bourgoin: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 
 

 

Stéphane has been a driving force in the Montreal magic community for years. 

He has been creating relentlessly and consulting on some of the biggest projects out there — from collaborations with Cirque du Soleil to theatre productions and television.

Just this year, he created the magic for Luc Langevin’s new stage show and consulted on the theatre adaptations of Dracula and Peter Pan, just to name a few of his projects. 

Always generous with his time and advice, he continues to be a vital part of our community.

Submitted by Marc Trudel 



Congratulations Stéphane!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Stéphane Bourgoin, visit his website at StephaneBourgoin.com or follow him on Facebook and Instagram.



Thank you Marc for your excellent submission!

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







Toronto: Mikey V’s Skool 4 Fools [weekly Jan 6th - Feb 4]

For more information or to register, visit ComedyBar.ca 

 

From the December 4th Instagram post by eyedoomagk

 

Previously shared on Facebook December 4. 

 

 

 

 

10 December 2025

Ed Fernandez: Inspirational Canadian Magician

Fourth in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Ed Fernandez!

 

Ed Fernandez: Inspirational Canadian Magician
Ed Fernandez: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 
 

 

Ed has been an inspiration for me when I first met him in 1976 at a night club in St. Catharines. He was touring with Johnny Green and the Greenmen (the Jokers henchmen from the original Batman TV series).

He toured the world with his illusion show on premier cruise lines. He had the largest Illusion show of its kind in Santo Domingo. He was an act in Liberace's show in Las Vegas and appeared in many television talk shows. 

This past year he suffered a serious health scare and got through it with flying colours. We worked together in Quebec this past September. 

Ed performs Mentalism and Hypnosis these days. What an inspiration!

Submitted by Ken McCreedy 



Congratulations Ed!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Ed Fernandez, visit his website at FernandezHypnotist.com or follow him on Facebook.



Thank you Ken for your excellent submission!

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







08 December 2025

Alain Choquette: Inspirational Canadian Magician

Fourth in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Alain Choquette!

 

Alain Choquette: Inspirational Canadian Magician
Alain Choquette: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 
 

 

Alain Choquette embodies the spirit of Canadian magic with his unique blend of storytelling, wonder, and heartfelt connection to audiences. In 2025, his performances reminded me how magic can transcend language and culture, inspiring me to pursue creativity with authenticity and passion. He is truly one of the greatest entertainers to ever exist in the world of magic, and his career continues to show that true magic lies in touching people’s hearts. 

Submitted by Alex Boyer 



Congratulations Alain!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Alain Choquette, visit his website at AlainChoquette.ca or follow him on Facebook.



Thank you Alex for your excellent submission!

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







05 December 2025

Connie Boyd: Inspirational Canadian Magician

Third in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Connie Boyd!

 

Connie Boyd: Inspirational Canadian Magician
Connie Boyd: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 
 

 

Connie Boyd is my inspiration because she has broken barriers and redefined what it means to be a woman in magic. Her groundbreaking book, The Power of Magical Women — the first ever written by a female magician — has made history and continues to empower performers around the world. Connie’s passion, talent, and advocacy for women in the art form inspire me to pursue my own magic with confidence, creativity, and purpose. 

Submitted by Chanelle Munroe 



Congratulations Connie!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Connie Boyd, visit her website ThePowerOfMagicalWomen.com or follow her on Facebook and Instagram.



Thank you Chanelle for your excellent submission!

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







03 December 2025

Dean Gunnarson: Inspirational Canadian Magician

Second in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Dean Gunnarson!

 

Dean Gunnarson: Inspirational Canadian Magician
Dean Gunnarson: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 
 

 

Dean Gunnarsson was an incredible inspiration and mentor to me. His fearless creativity and dedication to the art of escape taught me the power of perseverance and showmanship. Dean always encouraged me to push boundaries, stay authentic, and believe in my own unique magic. His guidance helped shape not only my performances but also my confidence as an entertainer. 

Submitted by Sean Watson 



Congratulations Dean!  Keep up the great work!

To learn more about Dean Gunnarson, visit his website AlwaysEscaping.com or follow him on Instagram.



Thank you Sean for your excellent submission!

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







01 December 2025

Matt DiSero: Inspirational Canadian Magician

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

 

Matt DiSero: Inspirational Canadian Magician
Matt DiSero: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 
 

 

He’s a working pro who not only excels at the best gigs but also at some of the hardest. Growing up in a comedy club environment Matt knows how to work a difficult crowd or room. He is comfortable in any environment. Matt knows how to construct a routine for maximum entertainment, and can squeeze a LOT out of very little. He was recently interviewed on a podcast about the secrets of cruise ship magic and he wasn’t afraid to drop the real dirt. His experience and knowledge can be very helpful to magicians of any level. 

Submitted by Mystery Magician



Congratulations Matt!  Keep up the great work!

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



Thank you to our anonymous Mystery Magician, for your excellent submission!







17 November 2025

ICYMI: The Power of Magical Women book virtual book launch party

With Gabriella Lester, Anastasia Synn, Tessa Evason, Chanelle Munroe, EKaterina, and many more! 

 

From the November 8th upload "The Power of Magical Women take the Stage | Full Book Launch Party!" at the Magical Women with Connie Boyd YouTube channel

✨ With the support of  @TheLosAngelesTribune  this historic, first-of-its-kind event brought together 25+ extraordinary women in magic from around the world! The night was packed with talent, laughter, empowerment, and pure magic as Connie and her guests celebrated women taking center stage and stealing the spotlight in the magical arts. That's no illusion! 

The two hour event included:  @vanishtvlive9590   @promhany   @KyleandMistie   @dianazimmerman3107   @causetowonder   @ekatmagic   @seanwatsonmagic   @EveningMagician   @PresentationMagician   @solangekardinaly   @solangekardinaly5885   @thegabriellalester   @rachelingordon   @magicagilly   @AvaVManuel360DegreeAuthority   @alyxhilshey8294   @AlyxHilshey   @AnastasiaSynn   @lunamagick   @TheEvasons   @timwise6013   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

04 November 2025

#TurnBackTuesday: Never play chicken with a magician [from Reddit]

From the October 28th Reddit post "TIFU by challenging a magician to a game of chicken": 

This happened when I was a young man of about 19-20. The distant past of the early 2010s. An important thing about me back then (and still now) is that I didn't really ever consider the consequences of my actions. If something sounded like it would be funny, as a rule, I would generally just do it and hope for the best.

I was attending university in Canada and there was a campus event where comedy magician Wes Barker was performing at the campus pub.  

Read more to learn about Wes' trump card. 

 

 

 

 

 

28 October 2025

Virtual book launch party: The Power of Magical Women [Nov 1]

RSVP at https://globalmagicianshalloffame.com/magicalwomen 

 

From the The Power of Magical Women Book Launch Party Facebook event:  

 

 

From the October 24th Facebook post by Magical Women with Connie Boyd

✨ You’re invited to free VIP MAGICAL celebration! ✨
Join our online Launch Party for The Power of Magical Women — an unforgettable book launch event presented by The Los Angeles Tribune & #GlobalMagiciansHallofFame.
👉 Sign up now: https://globalmagicianshalloffame.com/magicalwomen
🎁 Register early for a chance to win fun gifts!
🎩 Meet and chat with some of the incredible #MagicalWomen featured in the book.
Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind celebration of magic like never before! 

 

 

 

Previously shared on Facebook October 25.

 

 

 

 

 

 

27 October 2025

Glenn West and Mark Clearview on Penn and Teller's "Fool Us" S11E15 [video]

Congratulations on a job well done Glenn and Mark!  

Learn more about Glenn on his Facebook page and follow him on Instagram

Learn more about Mark on Facebook and follow him on Instagram.  

 

From the October 26th upload "Glenn West WOWS Penn & Teller . . . With a Cherry?" on Glenn West's YouTube channel:    

 

 

From the October 25th upload "Predicting his own FAILURE?" on Mark Clearview's YouTube channel:   

 

 

 

 

 

26 September 2025

Magic Festivals and Conventions in Canada through the years

What are we missing?  Leave your knowledge in the comments!

 

Magic Festivals

  • Magic and Film event, Calgary, 1970s?  [submitted by Ryan Pilling]
  • Stouffville Magic Festival, Stouffville, 1982 - 1986  [submitted by Ken McCreedy]
  • Magical Arts Festival, Toronto, ~2001 - 2002
  • The Capital Magic Festival (Ottawa) August 2008  
    Talent included Harry Anderson, Jeff McBride, The Pendragons, Kreskin, James Biss, Mitch and Mike Hrycan, and Eric Buss.  [submitted by Adam Goldberg]
  • The Magic Festival, Vancouver, ~2013 - ???
  • WOWFest, Calgary, 2012 - 2019  (organized by Gywn Auger and Ryan Pilling)
  • Festival de magie de Québec, Quebec City, 2011 - present
  • ReginaCadabra, Regina, 2016
  • Ontario Week of Wonder (OWOW) now Ontario Magic Festival, Fergus, 2019 - present
  • Magic and Shenanigans, Waterloo, 2025 - present

 

Magic Conventions

  • Passport to Magic, Inn on the Park Hotel, Toronto (organized by Norm Wyvern and Larry Silverman.  Attendees included Doug Henning and Dai Vernon.) [submitted by Chris Pilsworth and Ken McCreedy]
  • Magie Montreal (organized by Phil and Evelyn Matlin)  [submitted by Chris Pilsworth] 
  • Comedy Magic conference (organized by Anthony Lindan) [submitted by Chris Pilsworth]
  • NYCAN  
  • PCAM  
  • CAMaradarie (organized by the Canadian Association of Magicians), 2021 - 2022)
  • The Browser's Bash (organized by The Browser's Den of Magic, Jeff Pinsky, Jeff Hinchliffe, and John Talbot), 2015 - 2019, 2024)
  • Montreal Magic Jams (organized by Marc Trudel and Derrick Chung)   [submitted by Chris Pilsworth]