July 29, 2010
Well, I’ve just gotten back from San Diego and I’m very pleased to say that it was an absolute blast, if a little lighter on actual comic content than I’m used to. Really, though, I suppose it’s just the way of things that TV and movies seem to have officially taken precedence over the comic book stuff and at least it’s bringing people into the show where they’ll discover the stuff they might have missed out on! Plus, with movies like Red and shows like The Walking Dead, it’s further proof that there’s a symbiotic relationship between the media forms and that is definitely a good thing.
But without further ado, I’ll get to the meat of this post, THE PICTURES! Take a look at some of the cool items, set pieces and costumes from the biggest con in the world!
And if you want a little more, be sure to check out our previous post on SDCC EXCLUSIVES!
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June 10, 2010
I thought I would mention that if you are local or out of towner, you really need to visit our friends at: Legends Action Figures. A really nice retail store with a wide selection of toys, statues and collectibles. They take several booths at our comic book and toy show (Montreal ToyCon) and will be displaying their wares on October 17th 2010. Click here for more info on the next Toy Convention.
Located not too far from our retail store, in the trendy St-Hubert Street Shopping strip, you will find some pretty cool collectibles. Founded in 1997, they have been helping out Canadian & Worldwide collectors getting their fix of action figures & collectibles. They carry: Star Wars, Marvel, DC, McFarlane, Star Trek, Smurfs, Bowen Designs, Sideshow, Gentle Giant, NECA, Mezco, Diamond Select, Hasbro, Mattel & Much Much More….
Visit their location at:
Legends Action Figures
7378 St-Hubert
Montreal, Qc, H2R 2N3
Ph: 514.277.1867
Fax: 514.277.4312
Hours of Operation:
Sunday: Noon – 5PM
Monday to Wednesday: 10AM – 6PM
Thursday and Friday: 10AM – 9PM
Saturday: 10AM – 5PM
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May 7, 2010
The Montreal Comic Con is definitely a small convention, but it tends to draw big talent and this Sunday, May 9th, should be no exception!
The Guest of Honour is Chris Claremont: Writer Chris Claremont has encountered more success than most writers ever dream of. His stories have achieved best-seller status, won numerous awards, and are trend-setters for the industry. Although best known for his work on Marvel Comic’s X-Men series, he has written other seminal characters such as Batman and Superman; originated several creator-owned series; is published throughout the world in many different languages; authored nine novels; and even had his first video game premier in Spring 2006. His work has touched millions.
Beyond that, this bite-sized, one day convention will be putting the focus on local talent! You can expect something bigger this summer, but it’s always great to see and support the local creators and Montreal is definitely a great place to do that, boasting a surprisingly large number of great artists doing some really impressive, sometimes world-renowned work.
Here’s the info:
Schedule and location
Sunday, May 9th, from 11:00am to 5:00pm
Place Bonaventure, room 200-N
800, rue de la Gauchetière Ouest, Montreal (Quebec) H5A 1K6
Admission fee
General admission: $5 / Children under 6 and all moms (coming with at least one child): FREE
Tickets will be only available at the entrance.
Costume contest
There will be a costume contest on May 9th. Five hundred dollars ($500) will be awarded to winners!
See the official site for more info!
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April 13, 2010
Coming up on Sunday, May 9th 2010, check out the next Montreal Comic Con!
It goes down at Place Bonaventure (800 De La Gauchetiere, West) and you can get tickets at the door. THis time around, the convention is smaller and more intimate, dealing primarily with local creators and exhibitors showing off their wares. You can also expect a costume contest (featuring $500 worth of prizes!), so be sure to strap on those superhero duds (or anything from anime, to fantasy to original designs!) and step out before the judges.
Though scaled-down, you can still expect to see some pretty fierce talent at the convention and leading the charge is famed Marvel writer Chris Claremont, whose style and massive body of work have made him one of the biggest names in the biz.
Tickets are $5, but children under 6 and any Moms accompanied by at least one child get in for FREE. The show runs from 11am to 5pm and you can check out their website here for more info.
Next up, on May 16th, be sure to make your way over to the Montreal ToyCon!
If you’re into action figures, collectibles or gaming, this is definitely the con for you. Open from 10am to 5pm and taking place at the Courtyard by Marriott in St. Laurent, ToyCon boasts a huge assortment of toys and vendors, plus a strong showing from some of Montreal’s coolest clubs, including QueLug and the Canadian Garrison of the 501st Legion (look out, Star Wars fans!).
Admission is $4 and children 5 and under get in for free.
So if you’re looking for that one hard-to-find toy, great bargains on some of the best items our there or just a fun way to spend your Sunday, make your way down to the Courtyard and stop on by!
Here’s the info:
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT MONTREAL AIRPORT
7000 Place Robert-Joncas
St-Laurent, QC H4M 2Z5
1-888-339-5333
SUNDAY
May 16th, 2010
10am to 5pm
Admission Fees
Admission: $4.00
Kids 5 and under: FREE
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January 27, 2010
The largest collectible toy store in Montreal is Legends Action Figures tucked away on Saint Hubert street in central Montreal. They are a short walk away from Metro Jean Talon (subway station). Wide selection and friendly service…I give their store a big thumbs up.
Hours of Operation:
Sunday: Noon – 5PM
Monday to Wednesday: 10AM – 6PM
Thursday and Friday: 10AM – 9PM
Saturday: 10AM – 5PM
7378 St-Hubert
Montreal, Qc, H2R 2N3
TEL: 514.277.1867
FAX: 514.277.4312
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January 20, 2010
What makes a comic shop unique is its community, location and, over time, an organic familiarity with a shop that is necessary to picking out the latest issues or items of interest. Also, there will be comic book geeks hanging around who can spend hours debating the recent trails and taunts of fictional superheroes and villains (which I love).
Montreal’s comic shops have dwindled since the huge popularity and sales in the early 1990s. All thats left is a handful of shops. They are the survivors. Some have moved multiple times, others are just where they have always been, and some have expanded and others should have expanded a long time ago. In no particular order, here is a list of comic book shops in Montreal:
Carsleys Comics
1117 St-Catherine St. W. #917 (9th floor), Montreal, PQ, H3B 1H9
Ph: (514) 289-9761
Astro Books / Librairie Astro
1844 Sainte-Catherine St. W., Montreal, PQ, H3H 1M1
Ph: (514) 932-1139
1,000,000 Comix
1418 Pierce, Montreal, PQ, H3H 2K2
Ph: (514) 989-9587
1,000,000 Comix
3868 Jean-Talon E., Montreal, PQ, H2A 1Y4
Ph: (514) 725-1355
Komico, Inc.
4954 Decarie #200, Montreal, PQ, H3X 2H7
Ph: (514) 489-4009
Did I miss a store? Please feel free to post your comments below.
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November 24, 2009
While shopping for my fruits and veggies at Sami Fruits in Laval, I discovered a cool anime/manga store located inside the Marches aux Puces Saint-Martin. Screw the veggies…..I’d rather get my anime fix!
If you are ever in Laval, drop in and get some cool stuff:
Wasabi Mangas
(Marche aux Puces Saint-Martin)
1550 Bd Daniel Johnson, #039
Laval, QC H7V 3V7
Ph: (514) 373 8482 Poste 105
Email : wasabi_mangas@yahoo.ca
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October 16, 2009
This is a friendly Friday night reminder that the Montreal Toycon is less than 48 hours away! If you’re in Montreal this weekend, get down to the Courtyard by Marriott THIS SUNDAY THE 18th to get your hands on everything from Transformers to McFarlane Hockey figures, Sideshow Toys to Kotobukiya, DC Direct to Marvel Legends! No matter what you’re looking for, there’s a good chance it’ll be on sale from one of the dozens of dealers taking part in the show!
Naturally, we at CmdStore.com and ToysonFire.com will be there, selling a ton of the latest and greatest toys, plus some items for vintage and retro fans!
For more info, check the ToyCon Website, but here’s the quick rundown of what you should know!
When?
SUNDAY
October 18th, 2009
10am to 5pm
Where?
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT MONTREAL AIRPORT
7000 Place Robert-Joncas
St-Laurent, QC H4M 2Z5
Hotel Phone:
1-888-339-5333
(Near Mega-Plex
Spheretech 14 Guzzo)
(Metro Cote-Vertu + 121 Bus West)
How Much?
Admission: $4.00
Kids 5 and under: FREE
See you there!
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October 7, 2009
The success of September’s Montreal Comic Con means that the organizers aren’t going to waste any time prepping for the next one! And so, on December 6th, expect a one-day Comic Con featuring guests like Kane Hodder, Lloyd Kaufman and Monica Rial, plus a number of other guests soon to be announced! You can check out the official website for more info!
And coming up even sooner is the Montreal Toy Con–it’s a little out of the way for downtown-dwellers, taking place in St. Laurent’s Courtyard by Marriott Hotel, but if you’re looking for the best new and vintage comic, toys and collectibles, this is worth the trip! There’ll be a ton of dealers, plus cosplayers, LEGO and building enthusiasts and more! It goes down October 18th, costs only $4 (Kids 5 and under free) and is sure to be a blast! Click the pic to visit the site and find out more!
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September 23, 2009
The Montreal Comic Con has now come and gone and it’s safe to say it was a huge success. A small, intimate convention pulling around 2500 attendees, it was an absolute blast featuring some of the most awesome artists (Darwyn Cooke, Mike Allred, Karl Kershl and Herb Trimpe just to name a few), stellar guests (both the Hulk and Lou Ferrigno were in attendance), cool companies (Eidos showed off Arkham Asylum and brought giveaways) and more. With next year shaping up to be even bigger, we at CmdStore.com can’t wait to attend!
And until then, I’ll be looking forward to taking part in our upcoming show, the Montreal ToyCon. Featuring a ton of retailers selling the best of the best figures and collectibles, awesome LEGO and art showcases, plus appearances by the 501st Legion and dozens of other cosplayers, it’s definitely worth the trip down.
The Montreal ToyCon takes place October 18th, 2009 at the Courtyard by Marriott, from 10am to 5pm. Tickets are only $4, with kids 5 and under getting in free.
For more details, check out the official Montreal ToyCon site!
And before I sign off, here’s a look at the fun we had this past weekend at the Montreal Comic Con. There were comic books, toys, creators, cosplayers and more!
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