the winter in canada is an alternative rock and roll punk band hailing from Kingston, Ontario. Led by Mark Deen on lead vocals and guitar, the band is rounded out by Eric Valdez on drums and Steven Carquez on bass. Known for their energetic live performances and dynamic sound, the winter in canada deliver a raucous live set of fury fused with pop sensibilities. They are a force of nature.
Their music has been praised for its confident songwriting and enthusiasm, with reviewers noting the powerful voice, powerful songs, and blazing musicianship. “the winter in canada make me feel warm”, says Josh Scott of CFRC 101.9 FM, while Anthony LaLota of hidden-sound.com writes that “the songwriting is confident and the enthusiasm is undeniable”.
Originally started as a home recording project by Mark, with the recording of “a new way to find people…”, the winter in canada completed their lineup after Mark moved to Kingston, Ontario in 2019 and have been playing local shows and music festivals in the area since.
Currently, the band has been at work on new music that explores Mark’s experience as a first-generation Canadian and touches on the subjects of connectivity, agency, equality, and late-stage capitalism. They are planning to release their self-titled second album in early 2025.
