James Armstrong, a resident of Oakville, Ontario, and a Senior Event Coordinator At Fan Expo Canada has passed away suddenly and unexpectedly. He was announced dead in a statement on social media that read “There are many, MANY fond memories I could relate about my dear friend James Armstrong to memorialize him, but reposting this will have to suffice because I’m in too great a state of shock.”
Who was James Armstrong?
James Armstrong was a dedicated father whose love for his children was a defining aspect of his life. He often spoke about them with immense pride, marveling at the creative, interesting people they were becoming. His passion for his kids was clear in everything he did, and it shaped the way he approached both his personal and professional life.
Professionally, James had a dynamic and varied career. He was a Senior Event Coordinator at Fan Expo Canada, a role he held from March 1995 until the present day. In this position, he played an instrumental part in organizing one of Canada’s largest and most popular events celebrating comics, pop culture, and entertainment. His attention to detail and organizational skills helped shape the event into the massive success it is known as today.
About James Armstrong
Before his work with Fan Expo, James was highly involved in the Canadian comic book scene. He served as the President of the Freelance: The Canadian Comic Book Creators Association from 1993 to 2002, working to support and advocate for Canadian comic creators. This position allowed him to foster a sense of community among writers, artists, and industry professionals, helping to bring attention to the Canadian comic book industry.
