Best Stand-Up Comedians for Hire
Joel Slavik
Joel Slavik is a Canadian Stand-Up Comedian and writer currently based in Montreal Quebec. He is a former collegiate football player who nobody talked out of pursuing Comedy after graduation (somehow). He was hired as a “Man on the street” correspondent for the NYC based popular sports-Comedy Website “The Game Day” to cover the 2022 Montreal Grand Prix and NHL draft. He has opened for Sugar Sammy in theatres all across Canada and has performed at World Famous Comedy Clubs such as The Comic Strip, Stand-Up NY and St. Marks Comedy Club in New York City.
Amer Rez
Amer Rez is a Montreal-raised Stand-Up Comedian, originally from Lebanon, who left aerospace engineering to pursue Comedy full-time. His sharp, self-deprecating style and fearless honesty turn everyday awkwardness, relationships, and cultural identity into Unforgettable Comedy. Now headlining across Canada, Amer has performed in over 25 cities, building a loyal and growing fanbase nationwide. Named an Artist to Watch by the Montreal Gazette, he has opened for Sugar Sammy and Dale Elliott Jr., and performed internationally across Canada, the United States, and Europe. He has also performed as part of the Just For Laughs festival, as well as Montreal Got Jokes and the Winter Comedy Festival. He is also the host of the Good Night Podcast, where clips regularly generate hundreds of thousands of views each month. In Montreal, he produces Local Comedy Shows including Comedy Night at Club Atwater and the Good Night Comedy Show.
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Youssef Ibrahim
Youssef is a high-energy Stand-Up Comedian based in Montreal who brings an electric presence to every stage he steps on. Easily one of the most energetic comics in the city, he thrives on momentum, keeping crowds fully engaged from the first laugh to the last. As a seasoned host of Large Comedy Shows, Youssef has developed a reputation for expertly controlling a room, reading audiences in real time, and keeping the energy soaring between acts. A devoted family man and father, Youssef draws heavily from real life, delivering material that resonates with parents navigating modern chaos, healthcare workers grinding through demanding schedules, and professionals in technology and finance trying to balance ambition with everyday absurdity. His Comedy blends sharp observations, quick punchlines, and vivid storytelling, all rooted in experiences audiences instantly recognize. Whether he’s commanding a packed room as a host or delivering a tight Stand-Up Comedy set, Youssef’s style is confident, relatable, and relentlessly entertaining, making him a standout voice in Montreal’s Comedy Scene.
James Mancini
James boom boom Mancini is a former professional MMA fighter turned Stand-Up Comedian who discovered that getting punched in the face was slightly less painful than performing to a silent crowd… but only slightly. After years in the fight game, James traded the cage for the stage and has spent the last five years building a reputation as one of the most Energetic Comics working today. His Comedy blends the intensity of a fighter with the chaos of someone who has clearly taken a few hits to the head — in the best possible way. Expect high-energy storytelling, sharp observations, and brutally honest takes on life, relationships, and the strange transition from throwing punches to throwing punchlines. James has performed in major Comedy Clubs across Canada, bringing his fast-paced style and unpredictable crowd work to audiences from coast to coast. His stage presence reflects his background: disciplined, explosive, and impossible to ignore once the lights come on. He has also appeared at Comedy Festivals in the United States, including Comedy Festivals in New Orleans and Fort Wayne, where he introduced American audiences to his unique mix of fighter mentality and comedic self-deprecation. Whether he’s talking about the absurdity of professional fighting, the realities of chasing dreams as an adult, or the strange characters he’s met along the way, James delivers every story like it’s the final round.
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Joanna Selvarajah
Joanna is your friendly neighbourhood Comic who began her journey in 2022. She’s completed classes with the Second City, PACK Theatre and UCB and is a Just For Laughs recording artist! Joanna has opened for Notable Comics from Rachid Badouri to Sindhu Vee and performs in as many Comedy Clubs that would have her. A child of conservative, religious refugees, she’s turned her insecurities into jokes and her jokes into more insecurities! With a unique outlook on life, Joanna is determined to use her upbringing to connect with people through laughter.
Ben Cardilli
With only 7 years of Stand-Up under his belt, Ben Cardilli is already a four time ‘Just for Laughs’ vet & recording artist who hosts some of the hottest Comedy Shows in Montreal! In 2022, He had the privilege of hosting ‘The Discovery Series’ (Zoofest/Off JFL) and spent the rest of that summer opening for the mighty Sugar Sammy at his secret shows all around Quebec. He’s also opened for Rachid Badouri, Sammy Obeid and Andrew Packer to name a few. Ben is one of Cult MTL Reader Poll’s top 5 local Comics for ’22 ’23 & ’24 and in early ‘23, he released his first Comedy Special “Live at McKibbin’s” which is streaming now on YouTube.
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Will Del Vecchio
Will Del Vecchio is a Montreal Comedian who finds humor in life’s quirks, dating adventures, and his interest in documentaries. With a light observational Funny Performances that keep audiences laughing.
Goofy Welldone
Darleph Cazeneuve, known on stage as Goofy Welldone, is a Montreal-based Comedian and Master Of Ceremonies who blends Sharp Comedy and high energy with strong crowd-management skills. As a former radio host and journalist, he brings years of media experience to the stage. Since starting Stand-Up Comedy Professionally in 2020, he has performed in both French and English across the province and internationally, including appearances in Paris, Belgium,Luxembourg,US, Barbados, Benin, Ghana Perfectly bilingual and comfortable with any audience, Goofy Welldone regularly hosts Corporate Events, weddings, and large gatherings. His energetic style, quick improvisation, and natural charisma make him a reliable choice to keep Corporate Events engaging, smooth, and memorable.
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Ali Mohammadi
Ali Mohammadi is a Montreal-Based Stand-Up Comedian, host, and actor known for his quick wit, sharp crowd work, and engaging stage presence. Performing regularly across Montreal’s Comedy Scene, Ali blends Stand-Up, improvisation, and audience interaction to create a show that feels spontaneous, personal, and highly entertaining. As a host and performer, Ali is especially skilled at working the room, connecting with audiences, and adapting to the energy of any event, from comedy clubs to corporate shows and private functions. He is known for reading the room and adjusting his performance to match the audience and occasion, delivering clean, tailored comedy when required for corporate and professional audiences. His Comedy Mixes observational humor, cultural perspective, and playful improvisation, often turning unexpected audience moments into the highlight of the night. In addition to his work in Stand-Up Comedy, Ali is an ACTRA Apprentice actor working in film, television, and commercial productions. His background in acting adds strong character work and timing to his performances on stage. Ali performs regularly in Montreal and is available for Corporate Events, Private Comedy Shows, hosting, and Comedy Showcases.
Oren Shbiro
Oren Shbiro is a Montreal comedian performing regularly at Local Comedy Clubs and Festivals. His standup has been featured on SiriusXM and Just For Laughs
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Victor Cesar
Victor Cesar is a seasoned Stand-Up Comedian and writer based in Montreal. With a dynamic stage presence, he has performed alongside national headliners and at renowned Festivals like the Montreal Comedy Series. Victor blends observational Humor, self-depreciation, absurdity and culture relations between his African origins and the fact that he became a ‘local’ by legal means not just by time, to deliver a high-energy, memorable set.
Randy Komi
Randy Komi has been doing Stand-Up Comedy since 14 yrs old. He has been telling jokes at bars, college campuses and Corporate Events for a decade until he randomly became a Christian Pastor in 2018. Randy holds two bachelor’s degrees. One in Women’s Studies and Feminist Research the other in Theology. Both pretty useless. It is unclear if he’s a smart man doing a dumb guy impression or vice versa.
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Raajiee Cheeliah
Just for Laughs Recording Artist 22-'25, JFL culture Show, featured on CBC Gem New wave of Stand-up Comedy. Raajiee is a Tamil Canadian standup comedian who speaks on life as an immigrant in Canada and travelling for fun rather than escape.
Elspeth Wright
Originally from New Brunswick, Elspeth Wright has been taking the Montreal Comedy Scene by storm since 2019. Since then she has recorded television sets as part of the Halifax Comedy Festival, been featured on CBC'S Laugh Out Loud, and the Just For Laughs Originals album "Woof Means Woof”; Elspeth was also named the Comedian "Set to Soar" by the Montreal Gazette. Elspeth can be heard on Sirius XM and as a regular guest on CBC Radio Noon
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Quinn Lague
Quinn Laguë is a Stand-Up Comedian and filmmaker based in Montreal. He is known for his sharp comedic style and the mockumentary web series, Pussy Patrol: The Docuseries.
Alex Leonard
A regular on Montreals’ Comedy Scene, Alex Léonard is a talented Montreal-based comedian renowned for his sharp wit, relatable storytelling, and knack for finding humor in the everyday. A proud native of the vibrant city of Montreal, Alex has carved a name for himself in the local Comedy Scene. Known for his dynamic stage presence, Alex leaves audiences laughing until they get home. Also Recognized as a good host for comedy shows leaning on his undeniable comedic flair and ability to connect with audience members.
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Viveth K
Viveth K grew up in Montreal Quebec, Colombo Sri Lanka, and the far away land of Cornwall Ontario. Being an outsider in 3 unique situations lead him to a life of Comedy. Currently based in Montreal, his stories of childhood and family have gotten him featured as an artist to watch by the Montreal Gazette, and included in the Just For Laughs and Juste Pour Rire festivals. His work is available on CBC gem as a part of the Winnipeg Comedy Festival and was nominated for the Canadian screen award for best Comedy Special 2024.
Oumer Teyeb
Oumer Teyeb (aka Oumerisha) is an Ethiopian Comedian based in Montreal. His Comedy draws on his experience living in five different countries (Ethiopia, Denmark, Sweden, Japan, and Canada), being an ex-Muslim, and constantly confusing people who think they know what an African is supposed to be. He won the "Prove that you are a comic" competition in Ottawa in 2024 and is a regular on the Montreal Comedy Scene. He has performed internationally in the United States, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Greece, Brazil, China, the Czech Republic, India, Mexico, Malta, Denmark, the UK, Holland and Sweden.
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Claudine Napoleon
Claudine Napoleon is a writer and rising Stand-Up Comedian with a style she describes as “storytelling with punchlines”—whatever that means. Since her debut, Claudine has quickly made a name for herself on the Montreal Comedy Scene, performing in English and French alongside both emerging and established Comedians. She was part of Sugar Sammy’s 2025 Gala that showcased Top Talent to watch out for in Montreal. Claudine became a semi-finalist in the 2024 Ten Comedy Showdown and joined the lineup for Comedy Kingdom 2024. In August of that same year, Claudine co-produced her first Comedy Show, “Ladies First”. Undoubtedly a rising force to be reckoned with, Claudine is one to watch on the Comedy landscape
Paul Bedi
Paul Bedi is a Montreal-based Comedian, producer, and host known for his sharp, relatable storytelling and high-energy stage presence. He has produced and hosted numerous Comedy Shows across Montreal—including unique shows inside his own restaurant—building a reputation for creating unforgettable live experiences. On stage, Paul dives into the chaos of modern dating, raising two kids on his own in Canada with traditional Indian roots, and navigating life after a Mexican ex-wife. His Comedy blends cultural perspective with real-life grit, delivering honest, raw, and hilarious storytelling that connects with any audience.
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Gino Durante
Gino appeared on two TV tapings for the CBC Winnipeg Comedy Festival as well as recordings for CBC’s LOL. He performed multiple times at the Montreal Just For Laughs Festival including on the outdoor Main Stage for 20 thousand people and the 2025 Culture Show at Club Soda. More recently in 2025, Gino performed on The Sugar Sammy All-Star Gala at Theatre Pierre-Mercure. With his highly physical brand of Comedy, hard work and innate talent, Gino has rapidly become an audience favourite on the stand-up Comedy Scene.
Kris Dulgar
A veteran of the Montreal comedy scene, Kris has been making audiences laugh long enough to feel qualified to give completely unsolicited life advice. Blending his Trinidadian upbringing with his Canadian experience, he delivers sharp, relatable comedy with a global twist. His material covers everything from navigating an interracial marriage to the daily reality of being judged by his cats (who, frankly, have strong opinions). A seasoned host and headliner, Kris knows how to command a room from start to finish. As the longtime host of the wildly popular Raw Comedy every Sunday, he keeps the show tight and the crowd loud. Confident, quick on his feet, and consistently funny—Kris always brings it.
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Seby Jacob
Seby is an Indian-born Comedian based in Montreal, where he has become a fixture in the city’s Stand-Up Comedy scene since immigrating to Canada in 2016. An engineer by day, he approaches joke-writing the way he approaches a complex problem — methodically breaking down a funny idea until it lands for everyone in the room. The result is a sharp, precisely crafted style built on Dark Comedy, Sarcasm, Shocking Twists, and puns that hit harder than they have any right to. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Jimmy Carr, Anthony Jeselnik, Frankie Boyle, and Milton Jones, Seby has been a staple on the Montreal Comedy Circuit since 2021, while also taking his act to Ottawa, Quebec City, and California.
Andrew Khoury
A self-described small-town gal, Andrew Khoury is a Montreal-Based Comic, who has appeared on Just For Laughs and Fierté Montréal, and has opened for Tina Friml, Jay Jurden, Tranna Wintour, and Dylan Adler, He uses his flamboyant nature to take you on a journey of his experiences as a queer Arab and shameless pursuit of finding a rich man. On stage, Andrew is the Haram Queen.
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Akeem Hoyte-Charles
Akeem Hoyte-Charles is a stand-up comedian and actor raised just outside Montreal, Quebec, by his Trinidadian mother alongside his younger sister. In just a few years, Akeem has built a reputation as a commanding live performer, taking audiences across North America and Europe along for the ride. Known for his fearless crowd work and natural ability to take control of a room, Akeem has a way of turning every show into something unpredictable, electric, and completely in the moment. He has recorded with Just For Laughs Originals and continues to build an acting career with appearances across major platforms including The CW, Hulu, and Disney+. When Akeem hits the stage, the crowd is right there with him.
Dan Allaire
Dan Allaire’s passion for Comedy and story telling is obvious the minute you see him on stage. He’s a regular at Yuk Yuk’s Clubs, having performed in Ottawa(headline), Oshawa, Toronto, Niagara Falls and Halifax. Dan had headlined many small theatres, pubs, breweries, wineries and other venues all over. He has appeared at the Crack Up Comedy Festival, Portland Maine Comedy Festival, the Cornwall Comedy Festival and HumourFest in Quebec City.
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Mo Mawji
Mo is a Montreal-based Comedian with a background in sales, known for his smooth delivery and smart, observational style. With experience performing in corporate settings, he connects easily with professional audiences through relatable takes on relationships, workplace dynamics, and modern life. He’s a regular on stages across some of Montreal’s Top Comedy Clubs and brings a polished, engaging presence to every event.
Samson Cooperman
Samson has performed live on OFF-JFL, OFF-HBO and OFF-Comedy Central. He is also 1/3 of the Drunk By Noon Podcast every Monday across all platforms.
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HIMANSU PATEL
Originally from Montreal, Himansu Patel has been performing stand-up for the last nine years and thoroughly enjoys making audiences from all backgrounds laugh. He discovered his love for comedy at an early age however it was only until after he worked during comedy festival season, that he decided to give it a ‘go’ by enrolling in Second City’s Stand-Up Comedy program in 2017, while living in Toronto. With a mostly personal and observational style - he shares his takes from being a single Dad of a teenager, dating, growing up in an Indian household, working a day job, to of course, everyday life. Currently, Himansu performs throughout the city, tours the country, and has worked at reputable clubs such as Yuk Yuk’s in Toronto, to having performed at the Broadway Comedy Club in New York City.
Jamin Henry
English Stand-up Comedian since 2016. Montreal born and raised. Excellent crowd worker. Clean material routines available.