Canadian comic book creator news for March 1, 2025

Here’s the latest news about Canadian comic book creators for Saturday, March 1, 2025

Chip Zdarsky to create robot romance comic book
Bleeding Cool reported from the ComicsPRO event where Chip Zdarsky announced a new comic book from DSTLRY called White House Robot Romances. The article indicated that Chip will team up with Rachael Stott to deliver the book in June. Read more here https://bleedingcool.com/comics/comicspro-chip-zdarsky-rachael-stotts-white-house-robot-romances/

Matt Bors and Richard Pace team up for unlikely team up
According to a press release from Ahoy Comics and Troma Entertainment, Matts Bors and Richard Pace will be joining forces with Fred Harper and Mark Russell to create The Toxie Team-Up series. The announcement outlines the details of the Toxic Avenger team up with Jesus Christ and other characters in a pinup special on May 14 and then issue #1 of the mini-series on June 11. Read more at https://www.comicsahoy.com/

MCAF exhibitor registration extended to March 16
On its LinkedIn post, the Montreal Comic Arts Festival announced that the registration period for exhibitors has been extended to March 16. The post reminds attendees that the 14th edition of MCAF will take place May 22 to 25. Read more at https://www.linkedin.com/posts/festival-bd-de-montreal_loffice-franco-qu%C3%A9b%C3%A9cois-pour-la-jeunesse-activity-7300992009807306753-RTuy?

Marvel shines light on Canadian Super Heroes
Marvel published an article reminding readers about Marvel heroes who are also Canadian. In advance of X-Men #12 where Alpha Flight reforms by Jed MacKay and Netho Diaz, Marvel offers a look at the pantheon of Canadian heroes. Read more at https://www.marvel.com/articles/comics/canadian-super-heroes-and-teams-in-the-marvel-universe

Chip Zdarsky presents at ComicPro
Chip Zdarsky posted a video of his recent presentation at ComicPRO 2025. During the humorous presentation given in Glendale, California,, Chip spoke about his newsletter Zdarsky Comic News and his personal life? Watch the video here https://youtu.be/MhRaZsqBwPY?si=WBpTOEQT1EaquEX5

Jason Loo talks about Concert of Champions
Newsorama interviewed Jason Loo about his writing effort with the forthcoming Concert of Champions #1. During the chat, Jason addressed how he conveyed music in the comic book, his experience writing the Luna Snow character, continuing to work with artist Rafael Loureiro, the soundtrack for writing and more. Read more at https://www.gamesradar.com/comics/marvel-comics/marvel-concert-of-champions-jason-loo-interview-dazzler-luna-snow/

Ricky Lima to educate young creators during March Break
The Peel Art Gallery Museum + Archives announced that Ricky Lima will participate in the March break education program. The post indicates that Ricky will host Comic Creation Station on March 12 to guide attendees through the process of developing a character, a world and a story. Read more at https://pama.imiscloud.com/PAMA/Events/Event_display.aspx?EventKey=031225LMA&WebsiteKey=7be0480f-bf16-4e3a-b6bf-e01b84b6b1bf

More news about Chip Zdarsky
DC Comics published an article analyzing how Chip Zdarsky’s writing Batman changed the character. The feature refers to the 32 issues and almost three years of Batman accompanied by select artwork from Chip’s run. Read more at https://www.dc.com/blog/2025/02/26/how-chip-zdarsky-s-run-changed-batman

Learn about comic book art from Yanick Paquette
Bleeding Cool reported on a new free drawing masterclass presented by Yanick Paquette on his Substack. The article outlines the presentation along with images from his teachings that focus on perspective, panel borders, and more. Read more at https://bleedingcool.com/comics/yanick-paquette-teaching-you-to-be-a-better-comic-book-artist/

Yet even more about Chip Zdarsky…writing Captain America
Marvel wrote about Chip Zdarksy starting writing duties for Captain America #1 starting in July 2. The article includes images of Valerio Schiti’s artwork along with quotes from Chip about why he took on Cap. Read more at https://www.marvel.com/articles/comics/captain-america-2025-comic-series-chip-zdarsky-valerio-schiti-new-era

Jim Zub talks Skullkickers
Comics Beat published an interview with Jim Zub about the Zoop crowdfunding campaign for Skullkickers: The Digest Edition. During the discussion, Jim offered his thoughts on the story, his fondness for D&D, and what it’s like to work with Zoop. Read more at https://www.comicsbeat.com/exclusive-interview-skullkickers-reimagined-jim-zub-talks-new-digest-edition-and-upcoming-crowdfunding-launch/

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Emilia Strilchuk as she discusses her new Kickstarter comic book

Shane Connery Volk as he chats about scaring up Prairie Gods