Canadian science fiction fandom grew through local clubs, fanzines, conventions, cross-border correspondence, and major Worldcons in cities such as Toronto, Winnipeg, and Montreal.
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| Quick fact | Information |
|---|---|
| Region | Canada |
| Key cities | Toronto, Montreal, Winnipeg, Vancouver and others |
| Major link | Worldcon and regional conventions |
| Cultural feature | Cross-border exchange with US fandom plus local identity |
Canadian Fandom and Geography
Canadian fans often worked across long distances, making correspondence, fanzines, and conventions especially important.
Worldcon in Canada
Toronto hosted the first Worldcon outside the United States in 1948, making Canada central to Worldcon’s international development.
Regional Identity
Canadian fandom developed its own institutions and humor while remaining closely connected to broader English-language fandom.
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