Jon Dore

Jon Dore is a Canadian comedian, actor, and writer known for his distinctive humor and work across television and live performances, earning him acclaim for his versatile comedic talents. After winning the Canadian Comedy Award for Best Stand-up Newcomer in 2006, Jon Dore went on to create, write, and co-produce his acclaimed self-titled project, ‘The Jon Dore Television Show.’ Airing from 2007 to 2009 on The Comedy Network in Canada and the Independent Film Channel in the United States, the series solidified his unique comedic style and earned him further accolades. Dore received Canadian Comedy Awards for Best Series Writing in 2008 and Best Performance (male) in 2009, both for ‘The Jon Dore Television Show.’ Earlier in his career, he served as a correspondent for CTV’s ‘Canadian Idol’ from 2003 to 2005 and was featured on special comedy presentations including ‘Comedy Now!’ and ‘Toronto Laughs,’ laying the groundwork for his versatile comedic talents. Dore continued to expand his acting presence across television and film.

His comedic acting continued with appearances in ‘Inside Amy Schumer’ from 2014 to 2015. More recently, Dore created the single-camera sitcom ‘Humour Resources’ for CBC, which premiered in 2021, and he is also contributing as both a writer and executive producer for the upcoming TV series ‘Cracked.’ Jon Dore’s enduring impact in the comedy landscape was most recently recognized in 2023 when he received a Juno Award for Comedy Album of the Year for ‘A Person Who Is Gingerbread.’ This achievement underscores his consistent ability to connect with audiences through both live performances and recorded work, making him a highly marketable and bookable talent across diverse platforms in comedy, acting, and writing.