PICTURES OF LAST SHOW #26 CAN BE VIEWED BY CLICKING HERE.

THE NEXT VANCOUVER COMIC &
TOY SHOW #27 IS: APRIL 5th & 6th, 2025.

LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING ALL OF YOU AT OUR NEXT SPECTACULAR 2 DAY SPRING SHOW!

Purchase Tickets: To purchase tickets for the show, please click on the following link: https://ticketleader.evenue.net/events/CT

Vendors: For information on becoming a vendor please email: vctspne@shaw.ca

Special Guests: Richard Comely (Saturday Only), Peejay Catacutan, Chris Britton, John Galagher, CGC Collectibles Grading + JSA Signature Authentication, PSA Grading, Melanie Kohn, Steven Scott, Marcelo Matere, 501st Legion Star Wars Cosplay Group, Ron Lamarre, James Lloyd & More To Be Announced.

Please click on the flyer below to view it in a larger size.

APRIL 5th & 6th, 2025 GUESTS:

RICHARD COMELY

NOTE: RICAHARD COMELY WILL GUEST AT THE SHOW ON SATURDAY ONLY.

Richard Comely worked as a sign painter, crest, embroidery and clothing designer, portrait artist and graphic designer before producing and publishing Captain Canuck from Winnipeg in 1975 and Star Rider and The Peace Machine from Calgary in 1981.

Richard has taught drawing since 1989. He has written and illustrated for magazines and newspapers in Canada and The U.S. He wrote and illustrated three newspaper strips (Wabbits, Trumpet, Captain Canuck) as well as children’s books, for advertising, greeting cards and storyboards. He helped create a one-year post-graduate course in comic book scripting and illustration for Mohawk College. His Drawing from the Pros video was a best seller in the North American educational market. He was inducted into the Joe Kubert Hall of Fame in 2010.

He is working with Fadi Hakim and others on Captain Canuck 50th anniversary projects for print and the screen. Richard and his wife Evelyn, married since 1975, have 8 children and 10 grandchildren.

Richard and Evelyn Comely
Star Rider Productions
comelys@live.com
comelyart.com
levgleason.com

PEEJAY CATACUTAN

Peejay Catacutan is a Filipino comic book creator and illustrator based in Canada. He has created artwork for Street Fighter, Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Transformers, G.I.Joe, among others. His covers and comic work have been published by IDW, Image Comics, and Heavy Metal Magazine, and he has created trading card illustrations for Capcom and Upper Deck’s new line of DC Comics series of cards.

CHRIS BRITTON

CHRIS BRITTON is best known as the voice of ‘MR SINISTER’ in the animation series ‘X MEN’ and X MEN ’97. A favourite with X-MEN fans worldwide. Chris created the voice of 'STARSWIRL THE BEARDED' in MY LITTLE PONY. He was also the voice of ‘DETECTIVE SHOICHIRO YAGAMI’ in the Anime English version series ‘DEATH NOTE’. Another classic character added to his resume was DR. DOOM in ‘IRON MAN: ARMORED ADVENTURES’ for Nicktoons. In the feature film ‘THOR: TALES OF ASGAARD’, Chris is the voice of ‘ODIN’.

On camera credits include ‘SILENT HILL’, RIVERDALE', ‘THE DAY AFTER TOMORROW’, ‘PAINKILLER JANE’, ‘STARGATE ATLANTIS' and 'THE FINAL CUT' opposite Robin Williams.

His talents as a character actor can be seen in roles such as the evil Rombout Kemp in Peter Greenaway’s ‘NIGHT WATCHING’, the KKK leader in ‘DEACONS FOR DEFENSE’ opposite Forest Whitaker, the mad film critic in John Carpenter’s ‘CIGARETTE BURNS’ and Chamberlin Locke in 'LOCKE & KEY'.

JOHN GALLAGHER

It's all just a highly unlikely but true story of a very lucky kid trapped in an adult's body who gets to dream out for a living. That story started back in 1995 as Director of Concept Art at Bioware until 2004, during their golden age. The hit factory highlights included the entire Baldur's Gate series, Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic and Dragon Age: Origins. After BioWare, it was time to explore other options and that big gamble option revealed itself as his first TV series Fear Itself in 2007. Since relocating to Vancouver after the show, he's worked on a wide range of projects, contributing to shows and series such as Once Upon A Time, Falling Skies, Man in the High Castle, The Flash, Supergirl, Percy Jackson, Dr Strange Multiverse of Madness and many others. He’s currently writing and drawing his first comic series, drawing Star Wars cards for Fantasy Flight Games and several other exciting NDA projects. Most recently, he's wrapping up on The Boys season 5 and nearest and dearest to his heart, has teamed up with his daughter Rynn for their artcentric podcast Knack 'n Kat, now available on all streaming platforms. In his downtime, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends, diving into both high culture and lowbrow kitsch with abandon, engaging in good debate and pondering life in this shared reality substrate.

CGC COLLECTIBLES GRADING
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JSA SIGNATURE AUTHENTICATION

CGC is excited to be accepting comics and video games, as well as sports cards and TCGs at the April 5 & 6 VCTS - through their official submission center Grosnor Distribution Inc.

In addition - attendees can now submit previously signed comics & cards to be submitted for Signature Authentication by JSA!

CGC will also be authenticating signatures done by the scheduled Guests at the April 5 & 6 Show.

In order to save time at the Show - feel free to Contact: grading@grosnor.com to prefill out a submission form.

PSA GRADING

PSA grading submissions are at the Vancouver Comic & Toy Show for the first time! Accepted by Western Canada’s only Authorized PSA Platinum dealer. Accepting Modern, Vintage sports and TCG cards.

For pricing please see website here:
https://lilbuddhacollectibles.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/March-1-2025.pdf

MELANIE KOHN

Melanie Kohn started in theatre at three years old and landed a role as an extra in The Godfather at seven. She went on to voice “Lucy van Pelt” from 1974-1977 in “Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown,” “It’s a Mystery, Charlie Brown,” “It’s the Easter Beagle, Charlie Brown,” “You're a Good Sport, Charlie Brown,” and the full-length feature film “Race for Your Life, Charlie Brown.” She also voiced “Lucy” in TV commercials for Weber’s and Millbrook bread.

In college, Kohn was passionate about poetry, drama, creative writing and broadcasting. In her 20’s, Kohn was employed at a radio station as an on-air personality and marketing specialist prior to working in the medical and dental fields, traveling, teaching and raising three children.

While her children were young, Kohn returned to college to earn her degree. She later returned to work as a marketing specialist at radio stations where she enjoyed every aspect of her career, particularly writing and voicing many of her clients’ ads.

Kohn now spends as much time as she can in the Vancouver area, where her three children live and all work in the Visual Effects aspect of film/television/streaming/gaming.

STEVEN SCOTT

Steven Scott is an award-winning author of nonfiction and fiction graphic novels. In addition to co-authoring the New York Times Bestselling They Called Us Enemy graphic memoir with George Takei, as well as the upcoming It Rhymes With Takei, he co-created the Sixth-Grade Shape-Shifter series and helped launch The Magic History Books series, both from Capstone. He has written for Andrews McMeel, Top Shelf, Archie Comics, and also writes and illustrates the graphic memoir G'Day Yank. The west coast of Canada is where he calls home with his two kids and two cats.

MARCELO MATERE

Marcelo Matere is a Canadian-Brazilian illustrator and concept artist with over 20 years of experience, best known for his work on Transformers. His dynamic artwork has been featured in comic books, toy packaging, and official media for Hasbro, Marvel, IDW Publishing, and Wizards of the Coast.

Currently, Marcelo creates concept art for Transformers toys and the G.I. Joe Classified line, in addition to being the exclusive cover artist for Skybound/Image Comics’ Transformers series. In 2024, he was honored as the first Brazilian inducted into the Transformers Hall of Fame, celebrating his significant contributions to the franchise.

Meet Marcelo at Vancouver Comic & Toy Show #27 on April 5 & 6, 2025, where he’ll be showcasing his incredible art, signing autographs, and chatting with fans!

501ST LEGION STAR WARS COSPLAY GROUP

Defeat the Dark Side of hunger with your donations to the Greater Vancouver Food Bank!

Come join in on the fun at the 501st Legion Photo Op Charity Booth!

In a Galaxy not so far away happening at the VCTS both Saturday & Sunday!

The 501st Legion is a worldwide Star Wars costuming organization comprised of and operated by Star Wars fans!

RON LAMARRE

Ron Lamarre has been a professional animator since 1984 and is classically trained, which means he uses a pencil a lot. He is also quite proficient in the latest high end animation software, including Toon Boom Harmony.

Ron has worked at Hanna Barbera, Warner Bros, and many, many more studios - on all time classics such as G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero ( 1983 ) Jem ( 1985 ) My Little Pony Movie ( 1985 ) Castle In the Sky ( 1986 ) Transformers: The Movie ( 1986 ) The Care Bears Adventure in Wonderland ( 1987 ) TMNT original version ( 1987 ) C.O.P.S. ( 1988 ) Arthur ( 1996-97 ) Caillou ( 1997-2006 ) Heavy Metal 2000 ( 2000 ) Astro Boy ( 2003 ) and many, many more…

He has lived in New York, LA and Miami and has since settled in Edmonton, Alberta.

Ron is looking forward to Guesting at the Vancouver Comic & Toy Show this April!

JAMES LLOYD

James Lloyd is a Vancouver cartoonist best known as the regular artist on the Futurama Comics title, for which he provided pencils from the beginning of its run until its final issue in 2018. During that time he provided the art for the best selling Simpsons/Futurama Crossover Crisis series, which remains in print from Abrams Books today.

He has since contributed to comic projects for First Second books, Boom! Comics, Oni Press and remains true to his small-press roots with several new self-published releases.

He has worked in Vancouver’s animation industry since the mid-90’s, returning recently on the revamped Rocky & Bullwinkle series, and as background supervisor on Summer Memories, now airing on Family Channel.

James has also been involved with Langara College’s Graphic Novel and Comix program as an instructor since 2017, and has held presentations, workshops & mentorship programs throughout his twenty years plus of drawing professionally. He hopes you like comics as much as he does.

GIANT-$IZE DOOR PRIZE$!

TONS OF GIFT CARDS TO BE GIVEN AWAY!!
AGES 3 & UP TOY STORE TO MATCH GIFT CARDS $ FOR $!!!

LOADS of Vancouver Comic & Toy Show $25 and $50 Gift Cards for use anywhere at the Show to be Mystery Bag drawn during the Pre-show Line-up on Both Days! Plus Multiple Gift Cards for use anywhere at the Show to be randomly handed out at the door Both Days!

Ages Three And Up Toy Store will be matching VCTS $25 & $50 Prize Bucks $ for $ in the Mystery Bag draw on Both Days! For use on any merchandise at their Show Tables and / or Store or Warehouse locations - in person or Online!

GREATER VANCOUVER FOOD BANK
$$$ FUNDING DRIVE!

A message to all Vancouver Comic & Toy Show Attendees!!

If you would like to donate $ to this very important charity, they will be located in the Front Lobby & also at the Star Wars photo booth!

PLEASE NOTE: The Greater Vancouver Food Bank does not accept Food Donations anymore due to Unhealthy Food Donations (non-nutritive food donated a lot of the time) / Better Buying Power ($$ go 2:1 further) & Labour Intensive Logistics (30% of food received is spoiled.)

Let's all Give A Little Bit together to those in need!

THE FORUM CAFE WILL BE OPEN AT THE SHOW!

Forum Cafe offers a variety of deli style entrees, snacks and beverages.

FOOD TRUCKS FEATURED AT THE SHOW!

REEL MAC AND CHEESE:

REEL Mac and cheese offers gourmet, made fresh on the truck macaroni and cheese with seven cheeses, and a variety of movie themed menu items.

While macaroni and cheese itself is slightly retro they have given it a modern twist with menu offerings such as Slumdog Millionaire that includes curry paste and peas and The Green Mile that is topped with freshly cooked broccoli florets and crispy onions.

They serve up inspired comfort food made from scratch right on the truck. They start with real butter, add whole milk, select spices and seven different cheeses, the result is creamy deliciousness.

All yummy, all the time!

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MOM'S GRILLED CHEESE:

Mom’s Grilled Cheese Truck serves classic home style gourmet grilled cheese, soups and other comfort foods... like Mom used to make.

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THE MAD GREEK:

This Greek family owned and operated food truck serves authentic and traditional Greek street food.

With menu offerings such as Gyros, Souvlaki Platter, Mad Greek Poutine, Spanakopita, Zeus Dog, Falafel Wrap, Tzatziki/Hummus and Pita, Greek Fries, Baklava and Ekmek Kataifi.

Fresh, Flavorful and Authentic!