It takes considerable talent to stand out as a performer who has made over 150 appearances in film and television, but it takes incredible talent to do much of that while under several layers of makeup and prosthetics. With several accolades for his work, actor, contortionist and mime artist Doug…

In half the time that ThunderCon has existed, actor Harlan Blayne Kytwayhat has quickly established himself as a talent within the film and television industry. Notably with roles that saw him facing off against everyone’s favourite extraterrestrial trophy hunter in 2022’s ‘Prey’ and playing an integral role as a player…

Have you ever wanted to know what it is like to develop and promote a video game? How about a Canadian-made horror video game franchise? If you answer yes to either of these questions, then ThunderCon has someone you must meet, Rosemarie Sarno. She is but one of a special…

A starting point for many of the fantasy, horror, thriller or science fiction worlds we love is the page. Making his way to ThunderCon for the first time is one of those keeping that medium strong, Alfonso Espinos, creator of The Night Spike. In addition to his work on the…

A Wibbly-Wobbly Timey-Wimey 10th Birthday wouldn’t be complete without a guest from the past. Which is why ThunderCon is very excited to announce that documentary producer and TREKtivism podcast host Matt Cimone will be returning to celebrate with us. At the first ThunderCon, which took place what feels like a…

We’re thrilled to welcome Heartberry Moon Art to ThunderCon 2025!Behind the paintbrush and needle is a dynamic husband-and-wife creative team: Jordan Beardy and Sarah Blekkenhorst. Jordan and Sarah’s artistry is more than just visual — it’s an expression of healing, heritage, and hope. Both have navigated mental health challenges and…

Every story needs a villain, and in ThunderCon’s story, that villain is Steve Zmijak, aka Doctor Stevil. A cosplayer and actor, Stevil has become a popular addition to ThunderCon since he first attended as a guest in 2018, bringing fun and laughter to attendees in costume as Doctor Stevil himself,…

Fun fact, most weather systems go West to East…but this September, there is a storm of shenanigans coming from the East, with the return of the Northern Ontario Klingons… and some very important Romulans. An entertaining addition since 2017, who has brought an extra dose of fun to ThunderCon while…

Three cosplay groups that make ThunderCon a “Force” to be reckoned with are coming back this September. Members of the 501st Legion, Rebel Legion, and the Mandalorian Mercs, along with others from a galaxy far, far away will once again have an outpost set up in the Heritage Building on…

Like cosplay, prop building is a love letter by fans for fans of our favourite films, shows and comic creations. Which is why JK Creations is once again returning to ThunderCon. If you are a frequent attendee, you will have seen their previous work, including a full-sized Stargate, the Iron…