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Are you a member of the press or media and want to find out what the Central Canada Comic Con is all about?
Central Canada Comic Con: An Overview
This two-day event is packed with household-name celebrities, famous comic artists and illustrators, local, national and international exhibitors, gaming, photo booths, face painting, family fun, fan videos, cartoons, anime, special attractions... and that’s not all! We’ve got over 100,000 square feet celebrating the best in comic books, science fiction, gaming, anime, horror and fantasy!
This is the fourth year for our convention. In prior years, we were known as the Manitoba Comic Con, but we’ve now grown to be the second-largest comic convention in Canada and thought we needed to let everyone know! With an attendance of 16,500 last year and a predicted 18,000 attendance this year, we reach a huge audience from across the world.
The 2009 Central Canada Comic Con will take place at the Winnipeg Convention Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba on October 31st and November 1st. We’re also the biggest gaming convention in Western Canada, hosting over 40,000 square feet of trading card games, roleplaying, miniatures, and board games!
This year’s event will feature celebrities like Adam West of Batman and Family Guy fame and Dirk Benedict from the original Battlestar Galactica and the A-Team! We’ll also have the Batmobile and many other impressive guests and attractions this year.
We’ve gained the attention of the public. Our convention just keeps growing, and gets seen by the entire world! With fun like this, we’re proud to welcome all our visitors, sponsors, artists, honoured guests, and exhibitors to this year’s convention.
Media and Press Frequently Asked Questions
What is a comic con?
A comic convention, or "comic con," is an event in which fans of TV shows, comic books, or an entire style of entertainment such as science fiction or Japanese media, gather together to meet famous personalities (and each other) face-to-face, as well as purchase toys and participate in a number of events. There is a large number of comic conventions worldwide.
May I interview congoers?
Congoers have the right to refuse to be filmed or interviewed. Any interviews or filming must be done with the minimum disruption to traffic flow and nearby activities. Opportunities will be provided to photograph the masquerade contestants and other costumed attendees in a safe, organized setting during the costume contest.
Please be polite, respectful and professional.
Central Canada Comic Con History
The Central Canada Comic Con is a not-for-profit event that began as the Manitoba Comic Con in 2005 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. We've now grown to the second largest convention in Canada, with an expected 18,000 attendees this year.
We fundraise for different charities every year, including the Hero Initiative, the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, and other local and national organizations. This year, we will be supporting Manitoba public school libraries and the Hero Initiative.
Press Passes / Media Dates
To obtain a complimentary press pass, you must contact info@cccomiccon.com at least one week prior to the convention.
We will only be providing press passes to those organizations who provide sufficient identification. Two forms of identification must be provided by all media: a standard ID card such as a driver's license, and some form of identification acknowledging your employment or association with your media agency such as a business card.
Interviewing Celebrity Guests
If you would like to arrange an interview with any of our guests outside of the convention, please contact us at info@cccomiccon.com to find out when guests are available. Time is extremely limited for guests, and for some, extra interviews might not be possible.
Special Preview on Friday, October 29th,
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday, October 30th,
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, October 31st,
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Winnipeg Convention Centre,
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Weekend Passes: $30.00 (including ticketmaster fees)
One Day Passes: $15.00 (including ticketmaster fees)
Preview Night Only Pass: $20.00 (including ticketmaster fees)
WEEKEND PASS HOLDERS HAVE THE CHANCE TO WIN A LIMITED EDITION SKETCH CARD FROM ONE OF OUR TOP COMIC GUESTS!
*Cards will be randomly inserted into our shwag bags!
GUESTS OF HONOUR
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