David Peck to host series at Movie Scene Canada

From the June 15th article "CANADIAN ACTIVIST, AUTHOR, AND PODCASTER DAVID PECK TO HOST 10 PART SERIES!" at Movie Scene Canada:

THE IMPACT SERIES announced today that it will launch a new podcast series titled “Driving Change” hosted by activist David Peck this month. The 10 part series will tackle various social issues and explore the roles that media, awareness, education, and legislation play in offering solutions to these critical social challenges.

Hosted by renowned activist and media celebrity David Peck, Driving Change takes listeners on an informed exploration into the heart of social issues through the lenses of award-winning filmmakers, renowned activists, political leaders, notable celebrities, and inspiring business leaders. "Driving Change is really what it’s all about for me – good questions, storytelling and the splash and ripple effect,” stated Peck. “It’s about engaging in meaningful conversations and finding moments where we can empathize, cross over and connect with others. Together we’re going to shine some light on these important artists and their life-giving stories."

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Renée-Claude Auclair and Pierre Hamon to be interviewed as part of the 2021 the ′′ United Magicians for the World ′′ virtual event

From the June 13th Facebook post by  Renée-Claude Auclair:

Interview on Sunday, June 20, with Pierre, the President of FISM M. Domenico Dante, V-P M. Peter Din and Mr. Sats Yamamoto, as part of the ′′ United Magicians for the World ′′ virtual event. We will discuss the FISM World Magic Championship that will be held in Quebec, July 2022!

For more info: https://mastersofmagicconvention.com/umw/

Saskatoon: The Annual Magic Show (with Hendrix, Romhany, and Westfall)

August 11

The Saskatoon Firefighters present The Annual Magic Show In Support of The Burn Fund.

 

From the June 9th Facebook post by Chris Westfall:

 

 

Canada’s Got Talent returns!

From the June 8th article "Canada’s Got Talent returns with Simon Cowell to headline Citytv’s 2021/22 original programming slate" by Greg David at TV, eh?: 

Created by Simon Cowell, the Got Talent franchise holds the Guinness World Records title as the most successful reality TV format, and now Canadians can once again take the stage and hear the golden buzzer as Citytv has commissioned Canada’s Got Talent in partnership with Fremantle, SYCO Entertainment, and McGillivray Entertainment Media Inc. The show begins production this Fall in Niagara Falls, ON, and premieres in Spring 2022 with nine original episodes. Canada’s Got Talent celebrates home-grown hopefuls from across the country as young and old, from every corner of the nation, show the country what they’ve got.

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Luc Langevin: Numix Award winner

From the May 27th article "Luc Langevin Wins The 2021 Numix Award For Innovation And Adaptation For His Digital Show Interconnectés" by BWW News Desk at Broadway World:

Today, the PRIX NUMIX announced that Luc Langevin won the 2021 Innovation and Adaptation Mention for his show Interconnectés.

This newly added award intends to highlight an innovative project created in response to the issues raised by the particular global context of 2020 and rewards a concept that demonstrates the creativity and talent of artists, artisans and producers who have had to reinvent themselves due to the pandemic. Although the finalists were chosen by a jury, as is the case with all PRIX NUMIX, the overall winner in this category was determined, for the first time, by public vote.

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Thank you @BroadwayWorld for the article!
Luc Langevin Wins The 2021 Numix Award For Innovation And Adaptation For His Digital Show Interconnectés https://t.co/xrQzZxsKeS

— Luc Langevin (@LucLangevin) May 28, 2021

CAM JAM with Topas [June 16]

From the Canadian Association of Magicians:

We are excited to announce that TOPAS will be joining our next CAM JAM on JUNE 16 at 8pm EST. You don't want to miss this! Our last CAM JAM before SUMMER BREAK!

Edmonton Magic Club hosts: Miranda Allen's new virtual lecture "Magic and Suspense"

From the June 9th Facebook post by the Edmonton Magic Club:

Escape Artist and Penn & Teller Fool Us alumni Miranda Allen will be presenting her new lecture, "Magic and Suspense" at our next meeting-Tuesday, June 15 at 7:00 PM.