Curious Canadian connections to the comic book universe

Curious Canadian connections to the comic book universe - Did you know it was a Canadian who invented Superman? Believe it or not, there are tons of Canadian connections just like this when it comes to the comic book universe! This is only one of many. As Canadians across the country prepare to take part in Free Comic Book Day, have a look and see if you're surprised by any other Canadian connections in this gallery.

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Deadpool - Deadpool is a Marvel character who is actually Canadian, but where exactly in Canada he is from is unknown. (Photo: CC BY 2.0)

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Ryan Reynolds - In the live-action 2016 movie, Deadpool was played by another Canadian, Ryan Reynolds!

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Lights - A huge comic book fan is Canadian musician and artist Lights.

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'Skin & Earth' - This Canadian visual artist debuted her very own comic book series 'Skin & Earth' which she authored and drew herself to accompany her 2017 album of the same name.

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Spawn - Did you know Spawn was created by Canadian comic book creator Todd McFarlane? (Photo: CC BY 2.0)

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Todd McFarlane - Other works under his belt include 'The Amazing Spider-Man.'

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Hal Foster - Another famous Canadian comic book artist was Hal Foster. (Photo: CC BY 2.0)

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'Prince Valiant' - He was the creator behind the American comic strip 'Prince Valiant' from the late 1930's.

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Superman - Perhaps the most recognizable heroes from DC Comics is Superman. He was created by Canadian artist Joe Shuster. (Photo: CC BY 2.0)

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Northstar - But Canadians don't just create characters. Canada has its own share of distinctly Canadian comic book characters too, starting with Northstar who is of French-Canadian descent and a member of the Canadian superhero group Alpha Flight. (Photo: CC BY 2.0)

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Sasquatch - Another member belonging to the iconic Canadian team is Sasquatch of Vancouver. (Photo: CC BY 2.0)

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Puck - Then there is Puck from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. (Photo: CC BY 2.0)

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Alpha Flight - Other members that belong to the Canadian superhero group include Snowbird, Shaman, Aurora, and Marina Smallwood. (Photo: CC BY 2.0)

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Wolverine - Another famous Canadian comic book character is Wolverine, born in Alberta.

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Captain Canuck - Like the pack from Alpha Flight, there are more obviously Canadian characters such as the popular Captain Canuck. (Photo: CC BY 2.0)

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Guardian - Not to be confused with Guardian who wears a similar Canadian costume and is the team leader of Alpha Flight.

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Jay Baruchel - Canadian actor Jay Baruchel is actually one of the writers behind the Captain Canuck series.

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Chapterhouse Comics - Along with writing, Baruchel is also an investor for the Canadian comic publishing company Chapterhouse Comics.

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Northguard - They are also the publishing company behind another famous Canadian superhero, Northguard.

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Nelvana of the Northern Lights - Before Wonder Woman, Canada had Nelvana! Nelvana of the Northern Lights was Canada's first female superhero, introduced in 1941.

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Captain Newfoundland - The province of Newfoundland has a Canadian comic book character to call their very own—Captain Newfoundland!

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Polka-Dot Pirate - Another badass female Canadian fighter was Polka-Dot Pirate, who appeared in 'Slam Bang Comics.'

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Booster Gold - That is right! Booster Gold is actually Canadian as of the mid 2000's, according to CBC. (Photo: CC BY 2.0)

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Sabretooth - Sabretooth of Marvel Comics roams Canada's wilderness. (Photo: CC BY 2.0)

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Scott Pilgrim - And finally, we couldn't forget to include the iconic Canadian Scott Pilgrim! (Photo: CC BY 2.0)

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Canadian comics - Like in 'Deadpool,' when it came time to shooting the movie based on the comic series, a Canadian actor was chosen to play the title character. Michael Cera was cast in 2010's 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World.'

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Canadian comics - Free Comic Book Day takes place annually in cities across North America every first Saturday of May.

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Canadian comics - The day is intended to help encourage and invite new readers to explore comic book stores, and introduce them to the wonderful world of comics.

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Canadian comics - This year, Free Comic Book Day takes place Saturday, May 5, with various locales across Canada participating in the event. Happy reading!

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