ᐊᒥᐢᑿᒌᐚᐢᑲᐦᐃᑲᐣ (Edmonton) In 2030

We will have a table at Eastercon. I'll check if we can bring a small number of shirts for in-person sales. 👕

Thanks. I think the sizes are there on desktop, but are the same colour as the background. I've got the team on it.

It's working for me on my phone. Now checking website. Let me know if mobile works for you and I can get a full report to the right person.

(And thanks for the support!)

Are you on mobile or desktop?

Shirts available now. Look good and support the bid.

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Olav Rokne and Amanda Wakaruk wear North of Ordinary t-shirts at a convention.

Finally: you can get one of our sweet shirts.

Show your support for the bid to bring the 88th World Science Fiction Convention to ᐊᒥᐢᑿᒌᐚᐢᑲᐦᐃᑲᐣ (Edmonton) in 2030 with this spiffy T-shirt.

Front reads “North of Ordinary”
Right sleeve features bid logo.

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I am proud to be part of the @edmontonin2030.bsky.social bid. What's that? We are putting ourselves forward in a bid to host the 2030 Worldcon...in Edmonton Canada.
Want to join in? Or just learn more? Make with the click.

www.edmontonin2030.org

We remain committed to fostering a diverse, welcoming, and thriving community for all.

Explore Edmonton also champions inclusivity through the award-winning, accessible venues they manage. The Edmonton EXPO Centre and Edmonton Convention Centre both provide an accessible environment that ensure all visitors can comfortably participate and enjoy their experience.

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Edmonton is also ISO20121 Certified and ranks among the Top 4 Cities in North America on the Global Destination Sustainability Index. Our city is an affordable and sustainable destination, home to a deeply connected community that embraces big ideas and new experiences.

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Explore Edmonton prioritizes equity by ensuring fair access to opportunities, diversity by celebrating our city’s rich cultures, and inclusion by creating welcoming, accessible, and barrier-free experiences for all.

Through purposeful action, Explore Edmonton’s EDI council is actively working to bring about meaningful impact and positive transformation for both our teams and our city.

We recognize that building an inclusive culture is an ongoing journey, and we are committed to continuously learning, growing, and taking action to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Our dedication to EDI is at the heart of everything we do. Whether it’s through our events, partnerships, or the way we engage with our staff and community, we strive to reflect and celebrate the rich diversity of Edmonton.

We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone—no matter their race, gender, age, ability, or sexual orientation—feels welcome and valued.

This #worldcon bid and our friends at Explore Edmonton are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

We believe that our city’s strength lies in its diversity. Edmonton is a place where different cultures, backgrounds, and perspectives come together to create a vibrant and inclusive community.

Let us know if you have any issues!

We aim to showcase the city's creativity, community, and love for the genre on a global stage.

This passionate group of fans — which includes Hugo finalists, frequent volunteers, convention organizers, and various other authors and creators from diverse walks of life — is organizing a bid to host the 2030 World Science Fiction Convention in Edmonton.

Photo of NAbSFS members in front of Edmonton Skyline

All about ... NAbSFS

In the autumn of 2024, a group of science fiction and fantasy fans founded the Northern Alberta Science Fiction Society (NAbSFS).

Roughly speaking, that's us.

Photograph of a building at the University of Alberta

At one point, fans from elsewhere actually moved to Edmonton, just to be part of this scene.

More than a dozen ESFCAS members went on to be published authors, & a dozen more became professional artists and graphic designers, boasting 4 professional editors, 3 professional librarians, university professors, several prominent computer specialists, and a surprising number of marriages.

At its height in the 1990s, it had grown to be one of the largest and most active fan societies anywhere!

All about ... ESFCAS!

What is ESFCAS? It's the Edmonton Science Fiction and Comic Art Society, of course!

Active from roughly 1976 to 1993, ESFCAS was founded at the University of Alberta and is an important organization in Edmonton fan history.

Last day of @capriconsfcon.bsky.social . I will be at the @edmontonin2030.bsky.social table among other things

Have you stopped by yet, @capriconsfcon.bsky.social attendees?

Paul at the Edmonton bid table. North of Ordinary!

Another shot, this one by Pam Burr ,of me at the @edmontonin2030.bsky.social table at @capriconsfcon.bsky.social

Here's @princejvstin.com at @capriconsfcon.bsky.social ready to answer questions about the @edmontonin2030.bsky.social bid to hold the 2030 #WSFS #WorldCon in Edmonton, Canada.

ASAPA - Welcome We look forward to working with you on 2025's event!

Animethon is a fan-run event that is organized by the Alberta Society for Asian Popular Arts, a not-for-profit group (asapa.ca).

The convention offers a wide variety of activities, including anime screenings, voice actor panels, cosplay contests, artist alleys, and vendor markets. Attendees can meet special guests from the anime and gaming industries, participate in workshops, or simply enjoy a gathering of fellow fans.