Ian Stewart's earned three Guinness World Records in 2026!

Ian's done it again!  Earlier this year we reported that he reclaimed the Guinness World Record for "The most stage illusion tricks performed in three minutes (27), January 14." 

He's also earned:

• The most magic tricks performed blindfolded in one minute is (46) on January 14, and
• The longest duration juggling three flaming torches (5 min, 33.82 sec) on March 14 

 

Congratulations Ian! 

 

Found at the May 19th Instagram post by Ian Stewart. 

 

A reminder that the number of Canadian World Record holding magicians is eighteen! 

• Doug The Great:  Heaviest Stilts Mastered.  [Guinness World Record - 2002], Tallest Stilts Mastered [Guinness World Record - 2023]. 
• Scott Hammell:  Highest Suspension Straitjacket Escape. [Guinness World Record]
• Lucas Wilson:  Fastest Suspension Straitjacket Escape. [Guinness World Record - 2011]
• Carisa Hendrix:  Longest duration fire torch teething. [Guinness World Record - 2012]
• Michael Francis:  Most one-handed coin rolls in a minute. [Guinness World Record - 2013], and The farthest distance to "walk the dog" with a yo-yo. [Guinness World Record - 2023]
  
• Mark Correia:  Longest Amount of Time Wearing a Straitjacket. [World Record - 2014] 
• The Sentimentalists:  (Chris Mysterion and Steffi Kay) Most items transferred from one mentalist to another.  [World Record - 2017] 
• Gordon Precious:  Oldest heli-skier [World Record - 2019]
• Big Trick Energy: (Led by Chris Ramsay, Eric Leclerc, Wes Barker, and Alex Boyer) The largest online video chain of people performing a magic trick.  [Guinness World Record - 2021]
  
• Rod Chow:  Owner of the World's Narrowest Commercial Building  [Guinness World Record - 2021]
• Aaron Matthews and Christoper Campbell: First Danger and Thrill Show performed within the Metaverse.  [Online World Record - 2021]
• Anastasia Synn:  The most technological implants in the body (female) is 52 and was achieved by Anastasia Synn [Guinness World Record - 2023]
• Ian Stewart: Greatest distance travelled whilst juggling three chainsaws [Guinness World Record - 2017], Farthest distance travelled while juggling a chainsaw and two balls [Guinness World Record - 2018], Most consecutive chainsaw juggling catches [Guinness World Record - 2019],
  Most consecutive juggling catches (chainsaw and two balls) [Guinness World Record - 2020],
  Most consecutive juggling catches (chainsaw and 2 balls) on a balance board [Guinness World Record - 2021], Most consecutive juggling catches (3 mauls) [Guinness World Record - 2021], Most jellyfish fire extinguishes in one minute [Guinness World Record - 2021], Most magic tricks performed in one minute [Guinness World Record - 2024], Most magic tricks performed blindfolded in one minute [Guinness World Record - 2024, 2026], The most stage illusion tricks performed in three minutes [Guinness World Record - 2026], The longest duration juggling three flaming torches (5 min, 33.82 sec) on [Guinness World Record - 2026]

 

 

Ian Stewart earns another Guinness World Record!

Last month Ian Stewart reclaimed the Guinness World Record for "The most stage illusion tricks performed in three minutes."  Congratulations Ian!

 

From the Guinness World Record website:

The most stage illusion tricks performed in three minutes is 27 and was achieved by Ian Stewart (Canada), in Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada, on 14 January 2026. 

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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:

• Alex Boyer  
• Chanelle Munroe  
• Ken McCreedy  
• Marc Trudel  
• Ryan Michael 
• Sean Watson 
• Tabraze Sheikh
  
• Mystery Magician, and
• Mystery Magician II!
  

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!

2025 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase featuring (alphabetical by first name):

Alain Choquette
Chris Gowen
Connie Boyd
 Dean Gunnarson
Ed Fernandez
Ian Stewart
Matt DiSero
Ryan Joyce
Stéphane Bourgoin

       

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.
 

 

 

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.

2025 Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase featuring (in order of publication):

Matt DiSero
Dean Gunnarson
Connie Boyd
Alain Choquette
Ed Fernandez
Stéphane Bourgoin
Ryan Joyce
Chris Gowen
Ian Stewart
       

ICYMI: Ian Stewart featured at the Guinness World Records website

From the April 5th article "The magical Ian Stewart: from chainsaw juggling to fantastical upside down tricks" by Sarah Payne at Guinness World Records: 

“I can still remember the streamers coming out of his mouth, and the rabbit coming out of his hat,” Ian said reflecting on watching a magic show at his pre-school when he was three years old. “I made the decision then that I would be a magician!”

Like so many record breakers before him, Ian found his love for his respective talent early in his youth and luckily for him, he had a solid support system around him that fostered his enjoyment of magic and interest in learning. For instance, his father learned some tricks to amuse Ian and his sibling and was able to convince his brother to give him some funds for his first magic kit, a Fisher Price one. Notably, Ian’s early skillset came in handy when it came to his fulfilling future with Guinness World Records, as his earliest tricks were mostly in the colourful-tied-ribbon trick subset and these very tricks were used in some of his record-breaking stunts.  

Read more.

 

 

From the April 8th Facebook post by Guinness World Records: 

 

 

 

Previously shared on Facebook April 8.

 

 

 

 

 

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
 

 

Halifax: The Actual Wizard’s Mystery Parlour [Nov 30]

With Vincenzo Ravina and Ian Stewart!

 

From the November 18th Instagram post by Vincenczo Ravina:

The Actual Wizard’s Mystery Parlour opens on Nov. 30 at the Maritime Conservatory of Performing Arts at 7:30 pm with special guests @ianstewartandstuff, world record magician and juggler, and @theunderstudieshfx, award-winning improv trio! Advance tickets are 20% off at ActualWizard.ca! 

 

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Browser's Bash: Getting to know Ian Stewart

  

Will you be at the 2024 Browser's Bash on Saturday, July 13, 2024?

We are pleased to have the opportunity to do short interviews with some of this year's performers.  Next in the series is Ian Stewart!
 

You may already know that Ian:

• Was recognized as being an Inspirational Canadian Magician in 2023, and
  
• Claimed the Guinness World Record for Most Magic Tricks Performed in a Minute last month!
  
  

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A post shared by IanStewart (@ianstewartandstuff)

We're delighted that Ian made time to answer our questions ahead of this year's Bash!

 

Who inspires you that is not a magician?
 
Bella, my dog.  She is happy no matter what.  I think we should all try and be like that.  You didn't say a person....

 

What is your first memory of magic? 

When I was 3 years old a magician came to my play school.  I still remember the paper coils coming out of his mouth.  We all grabbed a piece of it.  He also actually pulled a rabbit out of a hat.  I think that may be the only time I ever actually saw that trick done.
 

 

Who from the magic community inspires you?

So Many people.  But currently Jeff McBride is the person I'm looking up to the most.  His abilities in so many areas of magic, as well as his ability to teach it to others is mind blowing!

 

Was there anyone or anything instrumental to you becoming a magician?

No,  Not really.  I grew up in Nova Scotia.  We had very little in the way of magic.  But, my grandfather lived next door to this John Talbot guy who did magic.  He was kind enough to share information and loansome books.  This kick started me getting more seriously into magic.

Ian Stewart

Did you ever get discouraged and think about quitting magic?  
 
I never did.  For many years I concentrated on my juggling and hypnosis shows.  But I never actually quit magic.  It's always been a huge part of my life.

Do you have any tour or pre-show rituals you’d be willing to share with our readers?
 

I actually don't think I have any.  I do like putting a cheque into the bank machine after a show!

 

What are you most looking forward to about participating in the 2024 Browser's Bash?
 

I'm unknown to most magicians.  I've been hidden away on the East Coast and as a full time single dad I've rarely had time to socialize with magicians from outside of the East Coast.  Now that my boy his a bit older and I can travel again, I'm excited to meet more magicians!

 

 

Is there anything else you’d like to share with our readers?
 

I'm excited to see everyone!

 

 

Thank you Ian for making the time to answer our questions!  We look forward to seeing you at this year's Bash!

Learn more about Ian Stewart at his website IanStewart.info and follow him on Facebook and Instagram. 

 

Visit the Browser's Den of Magic website to buy your ticket and learn more about this year's Bash!  See you on Saturday, July 13, 2024!

 

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Fredericton: Ian Stewart [Mar 23]

Tickets at the Fredericton Playhouse.

 

From the February 1st Facebook post by Sin City Illusions:

Join us at The Fredericton Playhouse for an incredible evening of magic and illusions with Ian Stewart, the World Record Magician!

Ian Stewart is a standout in the world of magic for his unique blend of flashy magic, mind-blowing mentalism, and non-stop comedy.   

Not only that, but he also currently holds the world record as the world's fastest magician. His show is a combination of jaw-dropping stunts, incredible illusions, dangerous juggling, and a whole lot of fun!
Get your tickets now for the best seat selection!

 

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

 

Ian Stewart: Inspirational Canadian Magician

Twelfth in this year's Inspirational Canadian Magician Showcase, is Ian Stewart!

Ian Stewart: Inspirational Canadian Magician.
 

 

Ian has been contributing the the Halifax Magic Club for over 25 years. He links our small community to the wider world of magic because he is a professional performing at the international level. But despite all his very real street cred he is a humble, knowledgeable artistic goofball happy to sit with magicians of every stripe and share what he knows and learn from everyone.

Submitted by Bill Wood

 

 

You may recall that earlier this year Ian claimed the Guinness World Record for Most Magic Tricks Performed in a Minute.

Congratulations Ian!  Keep up the great work!

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

 

Thank you Bill, for your excellent submission!

To learn more about Bill Wood follow him on Facebook.

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
   

 

Ian Stewart: Guinness World Record (most magic tricks performed in one minute)

Congratulations Ian!

ICYMI, Ian also holds Guinness World Records for:

• Greatest distance travelled whilst juggling three chainsaws - 2017
• Farthest distance travelled while juggling a chainsaw and two balls - 2018
• Most consecutive chainsaw juggling catches - 2019 
• Most consecutive juggling catches (chainsaw and two balls) - 2020
  
• Most consecutive juggling catches (chainsaw and 2 balls) on a balance board - 2021
• Most consecutive juggling catches (3 mauls) - 2021
  
• Most jellyfish fire extinguishes in one minute - 2021
• and many more!
   

 

From the  November 3rd Instagram post by Jeff McBride:

GUINNESS WORLD RECORD!!
I am very proud of my student Ian Stewart, who is now the world record holder in the most magic effects performed in 1 minute … it was fun to help you with this project in and you inspire others with your ability to make your dreams. Come, true!

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This brings the number of Canadian World Record holding magicians to seventeen! 

• Doug The Great:  Heaviest Stilts Mastered.  [Guinness World Record - 2002]
• Scott Hammell:  Highest Suspension Straitjacket Escape. [Guinness World Record]
• Lucas Wilson:  Fastest Suspension Straitjacket Escape. [Guinness World Record - 2011]
• Carisa Hendrix:  Longest duration fire torch teething. [Guinness World Record - 2012]
• Michael Francis:  Most one-handed coin rolls in a minute. [Guinness World Record - 2013], and The farthest distance to "walk the dog" with a yo-yo. [Guinness World Record - 2023]
  
• Mark Correia:  Longest Amount of Time Wearing a Straitjacket. [World Record - 2014] 
• The Sentimentalists:  (Chris Mysterion and Steffi Kay) Most items transferred from one mentalist to another.  [World Record - 2017] 
• Gordon Precious:  Oldest heli-skier [World Record - 2019]
• Big Trick Energy: (Led by Chris Ramsay, Eric Leclerc, Wes Barker, and Alex Boyer) The largest online video chain of people performing a magic trick.  [Guinness World Record - 2021]
  
• Rod Chow:  Owner of the World's Narrowest Commercial Building  [Guinness World Record - 2021]
• Aaron Matthews and Christoper Campbell: First Danger and Thrill Show performed within the Metaverse.  [Online World Record - 2021]
• Anastasia Synn:  The most technological implants in the body (female) is 52 and was achieved by Anastasia Synn [Guinness World Record - 2023]

 

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Charlottetown Busker Fest

August 27, 28 and 29, 2021.  Talent includes Billy Kidd, Ian Stewart, and Michael James.

 

From the August 6th article "New busker festival heading to Charlottetown" at Saltwire:

CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. — Founders’ Food Hall & Market will be offering up more than grub and gifts as they launch their newest attraction – the Founders’ Food Hall & Market Busker Fest.

The festival will feature performances by internationally renowned buskers over three days at the end of August, said Charlottetown Harbour Authority Inc. officials in a news release.

Those performing include magician Billy Kidd, chainsaw juggling catch world-record holder Ian Stewart and Toronto Raptors drummers Rhythm Works, among other local and international talents.

Read more.

 

From the Founders' Food Hall and Market:

Join us for the Charlottetown Busker Fest August 27, 28 and 29, 2021!

 

 

Ian Stewart on Penn & Teller: Fool Us

Did you know that Ian Stewart is a 6-time Guinness World Record holder?  [Including 2011: The most chainsaw juggling catches, and 2016: The most consecutive maul juggling catches.]

Watch Ian on Penn & Teller: Fool Us Monday evening.


From the August 2nd article "Truro area magician appearing on Penn & Teller: Fool Us" in the Truro News:

Details about his appearance are being kept secret until the show airs.

Stewart also takes part in unusual activities like juggling axes and chainsaws, and hold world records in both areas.

Read more.