OCTOBER 25th & 26th, 2025 GUESTS:

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 October 25 & 26 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 October 25 & 26 Show.

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

HERITAGE AUCTIONS

Heritage Auctions are making their first-ever appearance at any Vancouver comic show! Barry Sandoval, Vice President, and Matthew McGee, Consignment Director, will have a table at the October 25 & 26 Vancouver Comic & Toy Show and will be accepting consignments on-site for upcoming comic book and comic art auctions. They will be transporting consigned items back to Dallas, with Heritage handling all customs formalities. And any collectors who are not yet ready to sell, but just want to gather information for when the time is right, are welcome to come by the table to learn more about Heritage and the auction process.

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!

JAMES LLOYD

James Lloyd is a Vancouver cartoonist best known as the regular artist on the Futurama Comics title, for which he providing pencils for the series debut issue until its final publication in 2018. During that time he provided the art for the best selling Simpsons/Futurama Crossover Crisis series, which remains a bestseller in print from Abrams Books today. He has since contributed to comic projects for First Second books, Boom! Comics (Adventure Time Comics), Oni Press (Rick and Morty comics) and remains true to his small-press roots with several new self-published releases. He currently focuses his creative lens on the shifting landscape of Vancouver life, telling the stories of his neighbours in comic form.

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 the Canadian production Summer Memories.

James has also explored the realms of comics education and played a key role in forming Langara College’s Graphic Novel and Comix program, where he instructed both World Building and Comics History courses. He has held presentations, workshops & mentorship programs throughout his twenty years plus of drawing professionally.

This summer he released a new retrospective sketchbook featuring both professional and personal work and will be available at the October Comic & Toy Show! Quantities are very limited, so this may be the last chance to procure a copy!

ANDY POON

Andy Poon is a Vancouver-based art director and concept artist with over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry and a lifelong passion for geek culture. His creative vision has helped shape numerous high-profile projects, including Predator: Killer of Killers, Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender, The Dragon Prince, Sonic the Hedgehog, the CW Arrowverse, Monster High, Warcraft, and many other acclaimed series and films.

Beyond his contributions to major studios, Andy is also developing his own original animated properties and he hopes to share with audiences around the globe in the near future.

JAMES HANSON

"BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!"

James Hanson is one of Canada‘s greatest Magicians. Professional magician for over 30 years. James had an unusual origin story growing up in Nova Scotia. Magic and magic shops were less than available until James met his lifelong mentor, wizard magician, Dave Moon, hired directly out of high school to do theme parks. It wasn’t long before James was touring internationally. Having performed award winning magic in Japan, Florida, Bermuda, Turkey and Saudi Arabia. For celebrities and royalty. James is eagerly poised and excited to perform super hero type stunts and challenges at the Vancouver Comic & Toy Show for the entire family to enjoy.

SYDNEY GREEN

Sydney is an independent comic artist and writer living in New Westminster, BC. Originally from Texas, her work seeks to unsettle and terrify with stories about women in historical settings. She has created three independent comics thus far, The Sculptor's Wife, Oliver, and her longest work The Vows of Beasts, and is currently writing a novel.

Her work can currently be found at @syd.sees.monsters as well as Lucky's Books and Comics on Main.

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 #28 on October 25 & 26, 2025, where he’ll be showcasing his incredible art, signing autographs, and chatting with fans!

ROBIN THOMPSON

Robin Thompson (aka Robin T. Illustration) is an independent comic book illustrator (Zombie Jesus), commercial artist, and art instructor.

His freelancing illustration experience includes storyboarding for film and television, graphic design, and interior mural work for seasonal attractions (Cougar Creek's House of Horrors).

He has developed and instructed artistic programs for Emily Carr University of Art and Design, Langara College, and dozens of community centres throughout Vancouver.

Lending his extensive knowledge of the comic book medium, Robin has been a guest speaker for the Vancouver Art Gallery's renowned “Krazy!” and "COMIX: A Retrospective of Comic Art" exhibits.

Attending artistic exhibitions across the mainland annually, Robin brings his unique brand exclusively to each event with original "pocket art", art prints, and comic book sketch covers.

Robin is a proud perpetual exhibitor at the Vancouver Comic and Toy Show.

PEEJAY CATACUTAN

Peejay Catacutan is a Filipino illustrator based in BC. He has worked on a range of projects from comic cover art to tabletop game illustrations for TMNT, Power Rangers, G.I.Joe, Transformers, and in the pages of Heavy Metal Magazine. He was recently commissioned to produce the latest Street Fighter 2 trading card series for Capcom USA and Saturday Morning Cards.

AARON BUCK

Since 2019, Aaron Buck has continued to make his mark among self-published authors in the Canadian book scene. In that short span, he’s published six books on Amazon, which can also be found on the shelves at Indigo on Robson in downtown Vancouver.

Aaron writes and illustrates all his books and takes pride in creating original stories that will have both children and adults engrossed with each passing page. Whether it’s his four hilarious children’s books or his two coffee table books filled with his signature hand-drawn, hyper-detailed ink city cities… Aaron has created books that all ages can enjoy.

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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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!

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STACKERS:

Stackers food truck is based in Vancouver and serves Korean-American fusion burgers. Focused on delivering quality through a simple yet creative menu, STACKERS offers three standout items: the Classic Stackers Cheeseburger with house-made Stackers sauce, the Korean fusion WANG burger featuring vegan kimchi, egg, and kimchi mayo, and the Vegan KIMCHI loaded fries topped with K(imchi)RIRACHA sauce and avocado coconut milk cream sauce.

As the only Korean cuisine-inspired American hamburger food truck, STACKERS takes pride in crafting all their sauces in-house and fermenting their kimchi for four days to achieve the perfect flavor. Eager to make their mark, STACKERS is excited to be involved in local events and promises not to disappoint!