GET INVOLVED
VOLUNTEER
WANT TO KNOW HOW YOU CAN JOIN OUR DYNAMIC TEAM & WHAT'S INVOLVED?
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Metro-Con relies on its army of volunteers and team leads who commit their time, skills, and passion for comics and pop culture to help deliver the ultimate and unforgettable experience to our fans and visitors.
Many teams make up Metro-Con:
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Operations, Programming, Volunteer Support, Gaming, Exhibitor Support, Guest Services and many more.
We do our best to connect each member with a team that fits their skill set and interests.
INTERESTED IN BEING A PART OF THE FANCON TEAM?
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Connect with us and apply to be part of the experience fans remember. Sign up to find out more or apply for one of the volunteer positions, and we will be in touch.
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VOLUNTEER PERKS
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A commemorative Metro-Con T-shirt,
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Access to special offers,
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When off-duty – your badge gives you access to enjoy the event,
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Meet and connect with people in the industry and make new friends,
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Bragging rights!
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Would you like more information about how to volunteer? Interested in being a part of the Metro-Con team? Applications will be opening soon.
WORKSHOP & PANEL SUBMISSIONS
We want to hear from you if you're a fan with a fantastic idea for a panel, Q&A, or workshop.
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PANEL SUBMISSIONS FOR 2026 ARE OPENING SOON.
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Have an interesting topic for a panel? Want to share your knowledge with our fans? We want to hear from YOU! This form is for individuals interested in organizing and presenting material at Metro-Con 2026!
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Submitting this form is meant solely as a programming request to be reviewed by the programming team. It does not guarantee you a spot in the programming lineup. Please be aware that we may need to limit the number of panellists and/or badges per panel.
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To facilitate the selection process, we ask that you complete the application in full by providing as much detailed information as possible. Panel slots are 25-45 minutes long and should be appropriate for fans of all ages.
Please note: Only chosen panels will be contacted.​
EXHIBITORS
WANT TO EXHIBIT?
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Metro-Con is a large-scale pop culture showcase from October 16-18, 2026. The excitement is building as convention attendees prepare to descend upon Langford for this momentous event.
Metro-Con is an excellent, cost-effective way to engage customers from a sizeable multi-regional area who fit your demographic precisely. It brings a wide variety of people and exhibitors with a wide range of products together, which means you can also reach new consumers while staying in touch with your current buyers. If you want to tap into the pop culture crowd, this is where to do it!
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WHO SHOULD EXHIBIT?
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If you're a collections retailer, a clothing or accessories store, an artist, an author, a toy manufacturer, a movie studio, a comic, magazine or book publisher, a video game developer, a costume shop, an anime/manga company, a trading card company, or if you have something you'd love for a lot of people to see, this is the place to show it off!
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I'D LIKE TO EXHIBIT… NOW WHAT?!
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Complete the online Exhibitor Application: APPLICATION FORM 2026
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Applications are reviewed by the MetroCon Team
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When approved, a non-refundable $100 deposit is required to secure your booth. A confirmation email with a payment link will be sent to you.
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The remaining balance is due by September 18, 2026.
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Booth assignments will be sent before the show.​
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NEED MORE INFORMATION?
email connect@fancon.ca
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APPLY HERE​​​
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ARTIST ALLEY
Artist Alley space is reserved for comic artists, illustrators, inkers and creative talent only. Creative talent in other pop culture areas will be accepted case-by-case.
Artist Alley space is limited, and not all applications will be granted.
To apply to be a part of Artist Alley, please fill out an exhibitor application form and select "Artist Alley" in the booth type drop-down.
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ARTIST COMPLIANCE
All vendors will obey federal, provincial and local laws and ordinances regarding the sale of material that, intentionally or unintentionally, infringes upon the trademarks or copyrights of another party.
Artist Alley vendors may only sell their own original artwork and creations. Artists cannot sell licensed or logo merchandise unless it can be considered "fan art." Fan art may take up a reasonable amount of the display space regardless of mediums. For each piece of fan art displayed you must also display an original piece of similar size. Artists must use personal discretion to use a limited number of duplicates in your display. When displaying fan art, artists must respect the source's trademarks. This includes but is not limited to avoiding things such as use of logos in their display, signage referring to the artwork by its series or signage referring to a character's name.
Celebrity likenesses are considered to be fan art. Items made using licensed fabrics or materials used under first sale doctrine are considered fan art. Items which fall under first sale doctrine may include but are not limited to stickers, comics, wall scrolls, and manga.
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Adult material is restricted and may only be displayed in a manner approved by Metro-Con.
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NEED MORE INFORMATION?
Contact connect@fancon.ca
MEDIA ENQUIRIES
Metro-Con media team will assist you with your enquiry. Please contact them directly for these and other enquiries relating to media coverage:
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Background information about Metro-Con
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Interview requests with Metro-Con spokespersons
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Interview requests with Metro-Con guests and partners
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Image and B-roll requests
For media questions, contact Lonnie Eckardt at: connect@fancon.ca
MEDIA ACCREDITATION AND ON-SITE MEDIA
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Media accreditation and services for the Metro-Con event are provided to media on assignment to cover Metro-Con. Due to the demand for tickets, the number of Press Passes available is limited, and we cannot approve every request.
For best results, please submit a request for media accreditation no later than one month before the event and provide as much information as possible. Please note that guidelines for on-site media will be shared with those selected for accreditation.
For media accreditation requests, contact Lonnie Eckardt at: Lonnie@fancon.ca