Canadian comic book news for Apr. 18, 2026

Here’s the round up of the latest news about Canadian comic book creators and supporters for Saturday, April 18, 2026

Brenda Hickey and Mariko Tamaki join forces for Adventure Time
Comics Beat announced that Oni Press will publish Adventure Time: Quadruple Feature this summer featuring words by Mariko Tamaki and art by Brenda Hickey. The article continued with details about the four-issue mini-series that begins on July 1.

Kristy Jackson to read at Saskatoon library in June
In an Instagram post, Kristy Jackson noted that she’ll be reading her graphic novel Mortified on June 12 at the Francis Morrison Central Library in Saskatoon. This library is just one stop on Kristy’s author tour that also includes several elementary schools in the area.

Curt Pires offers sneak peek of Super Mondo Mega Mutts
SYFY.com published a sneak peek of Curt Pires’ new comic book series Super Mondo Mega Mutts from Oni Press. Curt offered details about the story and shared his excitement about the new comic book that begins in July.

Jed MacKay helps X-Men and Fantastic Four join forces
Marvel.com spoke with Jed MacKay about the forthcoming DNX five-issue comic book event series that co-stars the X-Men and Fantastic Four. Jed offered details about the story that begins on July 2 featuring a cover by Kaare Andrews.

Joe Ollman in the spotlight
Hamilton City Magazine interviewed Joe Ollman about his work and his most recent graphic novel The Woodchipper. During the chat, Joe spoke about his cartooning style, what it’s like to live and create in Hamilton, Ontario, how he became a comic book creator and more.

Julie Rocheleau joins NY Comics Arts Fest
Patch Upper East Side, NY wrote that Julie Rocheleau, along with other creators, will participate in Comic Arts Fest in New York City. Taking place April 24 to 26 at L’Alliance New York, the creators will participate in conversations, masterclasses, screenings, book signings and workshops.

CBC Books highlights 30 Canadian books for middle-grade and teen readers
CBC Books published a list of 30 Canadian books available this spring for middle-grade and teen readers. Notables include:
– Kaboom! Volume 1: Blast Off by Jay Odjick, illustrated by KC Oster (published by Scholastic Canada)
– Ami Moon and the Galactic Peacekeepers by Frances Lee (published by Levine Querido)
– Speak of the Devil by Sweeney Boo (published by HarperAlley)
– PAWS: The Trouble with Leo by Nathan Fairbairn, illustrated by Michele Assarasakorn (published by G.P. Putnam’s Sons Books for Young Readers)
– The Unbeatable Sonya Ballantyne by Sonya Ballantyne, illustrated by Rhael McGregor (published by HighWater Press)
– The Baby-Sitters Club: Dawn on the Coast by Arley Nopra (published by Scholastic)
– Until We Meet Again by Lily Kim Qian (published by First Second)
– The New Girl: First Crush by Cassandra Calin (published by Scholastic)
– False Starts by Carl Brundtland, illustrated by Claudia Dávila (published by Kids Can Press)

Conundrum Press in the spotlight
Annapolis Valley Register spoke with Andy Brown about the 30th anniversary of Conundrum Press. During the chat, Andy offered insight about how Conundrum Press originally started, the type of books Conundrum Press publishes, details about Conundrum Press 30×30, and more.

Ting Comics Graphic Arts Festival announces lineup
In an Instagram post, The Ting Comic Graphic Arts Festival announced the line up for this year’s event. Taking place in London, Ontario, from May 1 to June 6 at the TAP Centre for Creativity, scheduled guests’ work will include Merle “Ting” Tingley, Aidan Urquhart, Anthony Hare, Ben O’Neil, Billy Bert Young, Brenda Fuhrman, Cai Sepulis, Christopher Runciman, David Collier, Dave Lapp, Derek Laufman, Eric Vedder, Jeff Lemire, Jeremy Bruneel, Jesse Jacobs Matt James, Scott Chantler, Scott Brian Woods, and soft flirt.

Bédéis prize winners announced
In an Instagram post, the winners of the 39th ^eBédéis Causa Awards were announced to highlight the creativity and excellence of Quebec comic books and graphic novels. The winners include:
– Van Lalonde for La nuit aux loups (published by Castleman) in the Prix Réal-Fillion category
– Jimmy Suzan for Migrasyon (published by La Patèque) in the Grand Prix Québec BD category
– Julie Rocheleau for Globetrotteuses: the world tour of Nellie Bly and Elizabeth (published by Dargaud) in the Prix Albéric-Bourgeois category
– Sampar for Chronicles of Alleys T. 2 : The meetings of Zara (published by Michel Quintin) in the Prix Yvette-Lapointe category
– Étienne Davodeau and Françoise Roy for Là où tu va (published by Futuropolis) in the Prix Maurice-Petitdidier category
– Molly Lee Knox Ostertag (and translator Isabelle Allard) for Sinistre Secret (published by Scholastic) in the Prix Roberto Wilson category
– The French Disco Project of Valérie Racine in the Prix Jacque Hurtubise category
– Alex A. in the Prix Albert Chartier category for having a special impact in the world of French-speaking comics in Quebec
Discover more about all the winners on the QuebecBD.com website

Windsor comic book store raises money to fight child cancer
CTV News reported Paper Heroes Comic Book Lounge & Collectibles in Windsor, Ontario plans to raise money via a charity raffle to help fight child cancer. Scott St. Amour with the comic book store spoke about the subject of raising funds and encouraged other local businesses to join the effort.

Tundra Books selected Best Children’s Publishers of the Year (North America)
Kids Book Centre announced that Tundra Books was selected as the Best Children’s Publishers of the Year (North America). The Bologna Prize organized by the Bologna Children’s Book Fair and Associazione Italiana Editori (AIE; Italian Publishers Association) in partnership with the International Publishers Association (IPA), awards publishers who have most distinguished themselves for their professional and intellectual skills.

Thought Bubble features Kate Beaton and Adam de Souza for UK convention
Broken Frontier wrote that Kate Beaton and Adam de Souza are among the first guests announced at Thought Bubble Festival 2026. The comic book convention is slated to take pace November 14 to 15 at Harrogate Convention Centre in the United Kingdom. More guests to be announced in the coming weeks.

Darcy Van Poelgeest announces new graphic novel
AIPT Comics reported on a new graphic novel from Darcy Van Poelgeest. Planned for store shelves on September, The Cutting Garden is illustrated by Erin Connally and tells the story of a florist and the mysterious customer.

Calendar

Apr. 18
Compasscon: Cobourg
Cobourg Lions Community Centre
Cobourg, Ontario
https://www.compassconevents.ca/

Apr. 18
Back Issues Comicon
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
https://backissuescomicon.com/

Apr. 18
Barrow Does Comics
Featuring Jordana Globerman
Various venues
Barrow, Cumbria, United Kingdom
https://downthetubes.net/barrow-does-comics-full-programme-and-guest-list-revealed/

April 19
Rain City Comicon 2026
Croatian Cultrual Centre
Vancouver, British Columbia
https://raincitycomicon.com/

Apr 23-26
Calgary Expo
Stampede Park
Calgary, Alberta
https://fanexpohq.com/calgaryexpo/

Apr. 24-26
Lake Como Comic Art Festival
Featuring Andy Belanger and James Stokoe 
Villa Erba
Cernobbio, Italy
https://www.lccaf.com/

Apr 25
Sudbury Comicon
Garson Arena
Sudbury, Ontario
https://www.popculturecanada.ca/main.html

Apr. 25-26
Laval Comiccon
Place Bell
Laval, Quebec
https://www.lavalcomiccon.com/en/

Apr. 25-26
CK Expo 2026
John D. Bradley Centre
Chatham, ON
https://www.ckexpo.ca/

Apr. 25-26
Arctic Comic Con
Featuring Andrew Thomas
Dena’Ina Center
Anchorage, Alaska
https://arcticcomiccon.com//

In case you missed it, check out these podcasts:
– George Michail chats about blending comedy and horror in ‘Knight Terror’
– Matthew J.R. Nielsen serves up ‘The Big Soup’ graphic memoir
– Marty Basto talks up webcomic platform Fables

P.S. When a new store opens, it’s always worth celebrating. Although not a comic book store, Vaughan Record Exchange, located in the greater Toronto, Ontario area, is a new place to experience and enjoy creativity when it comes to music. If you’re into curated vinyl both new and used, you’re welcome to check it out.