Gunpla and Gundam in Canada are starting to shape up to become an exciting year for fans of the franchise. With major conventions and competitions featuring Gunpla model kits and community gatherings. Furthermore, there are many opportunities for you to share your hobby and love for the franchise with many other builders and enthusiasts. Moreover, here is a list of Gundam and Gunpla events that you should attend happening in various parts of Canada in the year 2025.
Anime North in the North
Date: May 23 – 25, 2025
Location: Toronto Congress Centre, Delta Hotels Toronto Airport & Conference Centre, Toronto, Ontario
Anime North is Toronto’s largest fan-run annual Japanese Anime convention. Furthermore, the convention features many topics including: anime, manga, music, games, and other popular topics of Japanese pop culture. This year’s event will take place starting from May 23 through May 25 at the Toronto Congress Centre, Delta Hotels Toronto Airport & Conference Centre. Attendees can find a weekend filled with excitement. For example, you can look forward to panels, workshops, stores, and exhibitor hall. In addition, you can find other enthusiasts cosplaying their favourite characters, which brings life and fun to the event. Moreover, the convention has a history of featuring Gundam. At Anime North you can find Gunpla workshops and building competitions for you to join and share your hobby with others. Moreover, attending Anime North is a great way for Gunpla enthusiasts to immerse themselves into the community. 
Fan Expo Canada 2025: Gundam Events Canada 2025
Date: August 21-24 2025
Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Fan Expo is one of the biggest pop culture conventions in North America. This event features comics, anime, sci-fi, gaming and other popular topics like Gunpla. Furthermore, there are dedicated booths specifically for Gunpla and the Gundam franchise for fans to explore. Moreover, these booths showcase Gunpla model kits, live building sessions for you to participate in, and meet other fellow Gunpla enthusiasts. In addition, this year’s Fan Expo Canada will take place on August 21 to the 24 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. The 3 day time period gives you plenty of time to explore and meet others who share the same interest and passion as you.
Competing at the Gunpla Building World Cup Tournament Canada
Date: To Be Assigned
Location: Register on the Gunpla World Cup Website
The GBWC, also known as the Gunpla Building World Cup, is the largest global competition for all Gunpla model kit builders. Canadian Gunpla builders have a chance to compete and show off their amazing Gunpla building skills to the world while competing against other amazing builders. Moreover, even though the date for registration is not announced, Canadian builders can expect the date to be from July 2025 to August 2025. However, the GBWC requires contestants to be over 16 years of age to participate. In addition, Canadian builders can still follow and view the competition and achievement from other builders from previous years. In conclusion, keep an eye out for the dates of this year’s GBWC.
Otakukon 2025 out West: Gundam Events Canada 2025
Date: To be Announced
Location: Palais des congrès de Montréal, Montréal, Québec.
Otakukon is the largest anime convention in Quebec. Every year thousands of fans show up and share their love for anime and other variations of Japanese pop-culture. When you attend, you can expect to see anime screenings, music shows, and exhibitor booths. Furthermore, these booths hold many fan favourite franchises like Gundam. At the Gundam booth you can see entry-level build workshops, mini-events like trivia, model kit showcases, and a plastic model competition. Moreover, you can purchase Gunpla model kits at their designated bandai store for your backlog. In conclusion, make sure to stay updated on official announcements for the convention. Additionally, Otakukon is a great place to connect with others that share the same passion and hobbies you do.
Mark you Dates for Gunpla Conventions Across Canada
There are many Gundam Events happening in Canada in 2025, there is an amazing lineup of events that every Gunpla fan has plenty to look forward to. Furthermore, whether you’re attending Anime North, Fan Expo, GBWC, or Otakukon. Every event has something unique to offer making each experience memorable. For example, model kit showcases, workshops, and more. Moreover, remember to mark your calendars and get ready to immerse yourself in the Gunpla world and community. In addition, stay connected with the event organizers to stay updated, and remember to have fun. In conclusion, if you’re looking for more things Gunpla or Gundam, be sure to check out my other blogs for guides and tips.
