Author: Hailey MacKenzie

B.C. Premier David Eby has hired a comedian to help write his speeches under a government contract valued at up to $150,000. The revelation, made public by the B.C. Conservatives on September 16, has drawn attention amid concerns over the provincial deficit. The contract names Vancouver-based comedian Charles Demers, who will be paid $165 per hour for his work as part of a speechwriting team. The agreement, which runs from February 6, 2025, to January 31, 2027, also allows the government the option to extend for two additional one-year terms. Eby confirmed that Demers has so far received $14,000 and…

Kelowna is set for a night of laughter as CBC’s The Debaters star, Charlie Demers, headlines a special comedy show at the Rotary Centre for the Arts’ Mary Irwin Theatre on Friday, October 3. Fans can expect sharp wit, clever storytelling, and unforgettable stand-up performances. The event is part of the 2025–2026 RCA Presents season. Alongside Demers, the lineup features fast-rising Canadian comedian Faris Hytiaa and Okanagan favorite Alison Lujan. This mix of national and local talent promises an evening full of humor for all audiences. Andrew Stauffer, RCA’s theatre programming director, praised Demers’ performance style. He said the comedian…

Brent Butt is a Canadian comedian, writer, and actor best known for creating and starring in the hit sitcom Corner Gas. With a career spanning over three decades, he has become one of Canada’s most beloved comedy figures, captivating audiences with his witty humor and relatable storytelling. Quick Facts About Brent Butt CategoryDetailsFull NameBrent Leroy ButtBirthdate & PlaceAugust 3, 1966, Tisdale, Saskatchewan, CanadaNationalityCanadianProfessionComedian, Actor, Writer, ProducerHeight5 ft 11 in (180 cm)Spouse & ChildrenNancy Robertson (married 2005), children: 2ParentsGerald and Shirley ButtEducationUniversity of Saskatchewan (studied commerce)Career Start1988Breakthrough RoleCorner Gas (2004–2009)Major WorksCorner Gas, Hiccups, stand-up comedy specialsAwardsCanadian Comedy Awards, Gemini Awards, multiple…

Brandon audiences are set for a night of laughs as Canadian comedian Brent Butt brings his stand-up comedy show to the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium (WMCA) on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. and is part of Butt’s nationwide tour across Canada. Best known as the creator and star of the hit sitcom Corner Gas, Butt has earned a reputation for his sharp observational humor and engaging storytelling. His down-to-earth style has made him a beloved figure in Canadian comedy for decades. Tickets for the Brandon show are priced at $62.25, including taxes and service charges.…

Brent Butt, the Canadian comedian known for creating and starring in Corner Gas, is bringing his stand-up comedy tour to Vancouver Island this September. He will perform in Nanaimo on September 19 at the Port Theatre and in Victoria on September 20 at the McPherson Playhouse. With nearly four decades in comedy, Butt has developed a style that is conversational, witty, and understated. “I need to connect with the crowd. I need to learn what they like, what they don’t like, what they’re into, in real time,” he said. This approach keeps each performance organic and unpredictable. Unlike many comedians…

Brent Butt, the Canadian comedian behind the hit sitcom Corner Gas, is bringing his stand-up to Prince George for the first time since 2018. The show will take place on Thursday, September 25, as part of the 30th-anniversary celebrations of the CN Centre. Butt will be joined by Katie-Ellen Humphries, Chris Griffin, and local emcee Alex Mackenzie. Growing up in Tisdale, Saskatchewan, Butt discovered his love for comedy at age 12 after seeing a stand-up segment on the Alan Hamel Show. “Just seeing someone come out and be funny—I’d never seen that before,” he said. That moment inspired a career…

Colin Mochrie is a Canadian comedian best known for his quick wit and hilarious improvisations on the hit show Whose Line Is It Anyway?. With a career spanning over four decades, he has become one of the most beloved figures in comedy, entertaining audiences worldwide with his sharp humor and improvisational brilliance. Quick Facts About Colin Mochrie CategoryDetailsFull NameColin Andrew MochrieBirthdate & PlaceNovember 30, 1957, Kilmarnock, Scotland; raised in Vancouver, CanadaNationalityCanadianProfessionComedian, Actor, WriterHeight6 ft 2 in (188 cm)Spouse & ChildrenDebra McGrath (m. 1989), 1 child (Kinley Mochrie)ParentsUnknown publiclyEducationStudio 58 Theatre School, VancouverCareer StartEarly 1980s in Canadian comedy clubsBreakthrough RoleWhose Line…

Canadian comedy fans are in for a treat this spring. Colin Mochrie, the legendary improviser best known from Whose Line Is It Anyway?, will return to Vancouver for a special run of shows. His homecoming is set to take place at The Improv Centre on Granville Island from June 4 to June 6, bringing back one of Canada’s most beloved entertainers to the stage where he first discovered his craft. The limited engagement, called The Return of Colin Mochrie, will feature him alongside top improvisers from Vancouver. For audiences, this will be a chance to watch one of the world’s…

Colin Mochrie has built a career on laughter, quick thinking, and the simple power of two words: “yes and.” Known worldwide for his sharp wit and ability to turn any situation into comedy gold, the Vancouver-raised performer continues to show how improv lessons can shape not just a stage career but also everyday life. Mochrie, who grew up in the Fraserview area, first stepped into the world of improvisation through TheatreSports, a format that challenges actors to create scenes on the spot. He has never lost touch with those roots. Even now, decades after making his mark in television and…

Hypnosis comedy show Colin Mochrie is set to bring laughter, improv, and surprises to Saratoga Springs in a one-night event that will keep the audience guessing from start to finish. The performance combines the art of hypnosis with live improvisation, making each show a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Fans of quick wit and playful humor will see the celebrated comedian, best known from the hit television show “Whose Line Is It Anyway?,” take the stage in a format unlike any other. The production, called HYPROV, blends two worlds of entertainment. Hypnotist Asad Mecci begins by inviting 20 volunteers from the audience onto…