Canada's Magic

20 December 2023

Welcoming a new Friend: Ian Batterbury

Welcoming our newest Friend, Ian Batterbury (Magic Ian)!

Based in Brampton, Ian has performed magic for over 35 years and is dedicated to creating a fun, interactive, and magical experience for all ages.

To learn more about Ian visit his website at MagicianToronto.ca and follow him on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Thank you Ian, for befriending Canada's Magic!

19 December 2023

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

Winners of tickets to see "Potted Potter"

The contest to win a pair of tickets to attend Potted Potter at The Bluma Appel Theatre is closed. Thank you to everyone who played!

Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience – A Parody by Dan and Jeff is flying back to Toronto!

Seen by over a million muggles around the world Potted Potter has fans flying off their seats (or broomsticks) with laughter and for the first time in North America the Toronto production will feature an all-female cast. Lottie Bell and Josephine Starte will lead the run with Hanna Berrigan swooping in as Associate Director. The cleverly curated show features perfect Potter props complete with wand and sorting hat, appearances from your favourite characters, and a live Quidditch match!

The show runs from December 21, 2023 - January 14, 2024. If you didn't win, you can purchase tickets directly at Live Nation.

There were some fabulous Harry Potter spells mentioned that you wished were real. Many of you picked Accio. Others mentioned included Wingardium Leviosa, Expecto Patronum, Reparo, and "I wish I could make food appear like they have at all the Hogwart banquets."

Random draw results from Rafflecopter:

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Winners have been notified and prizes have been distributed. Rafflecopter only contains information from the winning entries.

Congratulations to our winners! We hope you enjoy the show!

With thanks to Starvox Entertainment for generously making these tickets available to you!

18 December 2023

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

Vancouver: Paul Romhany at The Clutch [Feb 10]

From The Clutch:

Step into a world where reality blurs and wonder and humor take center stage! Enchantments Unveiled invites you to witness an extraordinary magic show that defies the boundaries of imagination. This show is like no other in the world.

The first half features mind blowing magic and mind-reading blended with comedy, while the second half is a magical tribute to Charlie Chaplin. Imagine what it would look like if Chaplin did magic. Paul has spent a lifetime developing his act and is considered the best Chaplin impersonator in the world. He has blended comedy, music, and magic to create one of the most original, hilarious, and charming acts in the world.

Read more and buy tickets.

From the December 14th Facebook post by Paul Romhany:

17 December 2023

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

Shawn Farquhar on "This is BC" with Jay Durant

ICYMI, on November 9th, Shawn was featured in a segment of This is BC. Watch the segment about Shawn in This is BC: Magician follows family tradition with Jay Durant.