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First-Ever Online Mississauga Comic Expo Touches Down October 9

Entertainment and activities | September 28, 2020

It’s back in a new virtual format! The annual Mississauga Comic Expo (MCX) returns this October. Event activities take place on October 9, 16, 23 and 24 as part of Ontario Public Library Week. Admission is free with registration.

MCX features local Mississauga and Greater Toronto Area (GTA) graphic artists, novelists, creators, designers and developers. Hosted by Mississauga Library, this family-friendly, all-ages event celebrates the diverse culture of comics, gaming, anime, cosplay and art.

This year’s online event highlights comic artists and authors, along with guest speakers from publisher Manga Classics and a panel from the Honours Bachelor of Game Design Program at Sheridan College.

Other guest speakers include authors Christina ‘Steenz’ Stewart, Jillian Tamaki, Johnnie Christmas and Sam Maggs. There will also be sketch challenges featuring Jamal Campbell, Sanya Anwar, Marcus To, Paris Alleyne, Anoosha Syed and Megan Huang.

Visit Mississauga Comic Expo on Facebook or Twitter for updates.

To register for the event, visit activemississauga.ca/.

Event Details

What:
Mississauga Virtual Comic Expo

When:
Friday, October 9 & 16            7 – 8 p.m.

Friday, October 23                  5 – 8 p.m.

Saturday, October 24              1 – 4 p.m.

Where:
Online Event

Register at activemississauga.ca/

Cost:
Free

This program is made possible with funding provided by the Friends of the Mississauga Library System. Follow Mississauga Library on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

 

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