Canadian comic book news for May 31, 2025

Here’s the latest new about Canadian comic book creators for Saturday, May 31, 2025

Adam Gorham joins the Hulk team
In a LinkedIn post, Adam Gorham announced that he will join The Incredible Hulk series this August. In the write up, Adam said he will start with issue 28 joining with writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson and series artist Nic Klein. Read more at https://www.linkedin.com/posts/adam-gorham-93808644_im-joining-writer-phillip-kennedy-johnson-activity-7332864803750744064-Wioi/

Johnnie Christmas’ Gamerville nominated for 2026 Panda Book award
On his Instagram feed, Johnnie Christmas announced that Gamerville has been nominated for a 2026 Panda Book Award for Older Readers. Read more here https://www.instagram.com/p/DKIDZCOPjN7/

Canadian artists tapped for Captain America #1 covers
Marvel.com wrote about the new covers planned for Captain America #1 written by Chip Zdarsky and illustrated by Valerio Schiti. The article confirmed that a slew of cover artists are joining the offerings including Chip himself, Nick Bradshaw and many others. Read more at https://www.marvel.com/articles/comics/captain-america-2025-1-all-variant-covers

Camilla d’Errico’s announces ‘Fabled Realms’ exhibition at Corey Helford Gallery
Meer Magazine reported that Camilla d’Errico announced that her latest exhibition ‘Fabled Realms’ will be presented from July 7 to 12 at the Corey Helford Gallery in Los Angeles, California. The exhibit will feature 8 new paintings and 41 drawings that blend mythology, fantasy, and pop surrealism. Read more at https://www.meer.com/en/93033-fabled-realms

Graphic novel creators join NWT 20th Annual Writers Festival
MyTrueNorthNow wrote about NorthWords NWT 20th Annual Writers Festival slated for May 27 to June 1 that will feature E.M. Carroll, Richard Van Camp and other writers. Taking place at various NWT locations, the festival brings together writers from the Northwest Territories and the rest of Canada to share stories and experiences. Read more at https://www.mytruenorthnow.com/78636/news/nwt-news/northwords-festival-celebrates-20-year-spotlight-on-north/

Jim Zub’s Skullkickers gets compact
ICv2 published an article about Oni Press planning to release Skullkickers: Compact Attack Editions written by Jim Zub. The write up reveals that the three compact digest-sized volumes, with art by Edwin Huang, will be released in 2026. Read more at https://icv2.com/articles/news/view/59653/oni-release-jim-zub-edwin-huangs-skullkickers-compact-format

Jason Loo to appear as special guest at Cartoon Foundry 2025
According to the Cartoon Foundry blog post, Jason Loo has been added to the Artists Alley for the 2025 edition of the event. Jason and other creators will participate at the June 14th event slated to take place at the Central Library in Hamilton, Ontario. Read more at https://cartoonfoundry.ca/f/flash-marvel-artist-jason-loo-added-to-artists-alley

Comic Creators Society of Nova Scotia established
In her Instagram post, Veronica Post announced the establishment of the Comic Creators Society of Nova Scotia. She wrote that the non-profit society is dedicated to advancing the comic arts where volunteer members raise money for projects that benefit that artistic community. Read more at https://www.instagram.com/p/DKPzB-yJ-3k/?img_index=1

Ryan North promotes Krypto
SuperHeroHype wrote about the upcoming comic book Krypto: The Last Dog of Krypton written by Ryan North and illustrated by Mike Norton. The article includes a quote from Ryan about the story along with Mike’s artwork. Read more at https://www.superherohype.com/news/601633-krypto-the-superdog-gets-rebooted-origin-ahead-of-superman-movie

David Collier artwork gets exhibit
The Branford Expositor reported that Hamilton artist David Collier will have a new exhibit at the Glenhyrst Art Gallery in Brantford. The article reveals that the exhibit will continue until June 29 and offers insight from curator Matthew Ryan Smith. Read more at https://www.brantfordexpositor.ca/news/new-exhibition-features-artists-work-alongside-those-of-his-family

Panel One Comic Creators Fest takes place today
On his LinkedIn post, Aaron Navrady announced that he’ll be attending the Panel One Comic Creator Fest with copies of Cold Fire Chapter 9. The event takes place at the Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Association in Calgary, Alberta. Read more here https://www.linkedin.com/posts/aaron-navrady-7183b832_yyc-yycarts-yyccomics-activity-7333566080147181568-neug

Chip and Ryan offer positive feedback about the upcoming ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps‘ movie
Screen Rant reported about a Marvel Podcast where Fantastic Four creators provided their feedback about the new movie. Chip Zdarsky and Ryan North were joined by Jonathan Hickman and Mark Waid sharing their thoughts about their various writing efforts for Marvel’s first family. Read more at https://screenrant.com/fantastic-four-first-steps-honors-marvel-comics-mcu-chip-zdarsky/

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