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
       

Los Angeles: Bill Abbott presents Magic Hideaway [Jan 7]

For more information or to reserve your spot, call TheMagicApple.com.
 

 

 From the December 18th Facebook post by Bill Abbott:

Looking forward sharing my exclusive working routines from my four-year residency at the Casa Monica Resort & Spa at this lecture on Wednesday January 7th. Call The Magic Apple (818) 508-9921 to reserve. 

Previously shared on Instagram December 17.

Chris Gowen: Inspirational Canadian Magician

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

 

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.  

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
     

Kelowna: Mind Games and Prophecy [Jan 4, 11, 18, & 25]

For tickets and more information visit CrownThieves.com  

 

From the December 16th Instagram post by Ryan Michael:

✨January dates are now on the website and are already flying!

✨January 4th - Mind Games (sold out) 
✨January 11th - Mind Games 
✨January 18th - NEW SHOW Prophecy 
✨January 25th - NEW SHOW Prophecy  

 

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A post shared by Crown & Thieves (@crownthieves)

 

 

 

Previously shared on Instagram December 16. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Montreal: Winter Jam / Jam D'Hiver 2026 [Jan 5]

From MontrealMagicJam.com:

To celebrate the New Year, in collaboration with le Club de magie de Montréal, we're hosting a gathering that includes a number of mini-lectures from special guests AND great company. Speakers include Rico Weeland from the Netherlands, our very own Slim Card, and many more.  

Read more and buy tickets.

 

From the Montreal Magic Jam Facebook Event "Winter Jam / Jam D'Hiver 2026":
 

 

 

Previously shared on Facebook December 15. 

 

 

 

 

 

Ryan Joyce: Inspirational Canadian Magician

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

 

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!

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